Aero-News: Quote of the Day

ANN's Quote of the Day usually derives from current news, though we reserve the right to pick quotes out of history that have a bearing on the day's events and issues.

Sometimes, you'll find them timely and in keeping with the content of the day's news... and sometimes, they'll just be thought-provoking.

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Aero-News Quote of the Day

"We commend the determination of both the Northwest and Delta pilots to fight further cuts by using every means at their disposal under the Railway Labor Act. These pilots have worked hard to keep their airlines viable, but have drawn the line in response to the threat to terminate their contracts. Their fight is our fight, and we will do what we can to support their right to a fair and equitable contract. Management at both of these airlines should focus on reaching a negotiated solution with their pilots for the good of all of the airlines' stakeholders as well as the traveling public. The alternative is a strike that would prove costly for all concerned."

Source: A statement issued by the The Allied Pilots Association (APA), Thursday, for their member pilots. APA is the collective bargaining agent for the 13,000 pilots of American Airlines.

FMI: www.alliedpilots.org