I have personally heard conflicting stories that led to the issue in question, and also why he was left on "the dole" so long. I do know there was a settlement involved and I heard most of the money was recouped in the settlement. There has been a pretty good turnover since this situation that happened in the past. I don't see that anyone would get this treatment now unless it was a clear cut situation with a "hands down" win in the grievance process where the pilot would come back.