We have have a union that absolutely REFUSES to advocate for a pay raise, or even publicly acknowledge the overwhelming consensus of the workforce that we are overworked and underpaid. There has been zero indication that they will fight for a substantial pay raise when the opportunity arises. They are, however, putting effort into gaslighting and insulting the workforce by using warped math as their justification that we are in fact well compensated. “Don’t believe your wallets or your real life experiences, you are doing extremely well and should be grateful.” This is also the same organization that seems to believe a 5% increase to OJTI pay, that affects part of the workforce part of the time, is some massive negotiation win.
Sure, maybe if the FAA waltzed in the door and offered a 40% pay raise out of the blue on their own accord NATCA wouldn’t be “anti raise,” but we all know that’s not going to happen. Actions speak louder than words and NATCA’s actions have shown time and time again they have no intention of truly fighting for a significant pay raise. We are going to be offered another extension of the slate book, or something extremely similar to it, and will be told it’s an amazing deal. Mark my words.
If a union isn’t advocating for a pay raise, they are effectively anti raise.
