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Sunday, June 2, 2013

Pension - HL 170 (2)


What is the latest?

As to the efforts from our representatives at the DP3, it may seem like it has been rather quiet.  Obviously it is a frustratingly slow and long slog waiting for the PBGC to rule on our appeal.  I know that behind the scenes there are many activities and efforts being done and for that we all owe our DP3 trustees not only our support but our thanks.  Personally, I can vouch for these serving trustees as to their sincere commitment and dedication to achieve a good resolution for our group.  So what am I saying?  Hang in there and begin or continue your support for our DP3! 

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From: jadikb <jadikb@gmail.com>
Date: May 8, 2013, 10:53:12 AM EDT
To: "
mark@pilotcommunication.net" <mark@pilotcommunication.net>
Subject: Buy back

Mark,
I have been retired since 2005. In addition to the lump sum I received at that time, I currently get about $900 a month from the PBGC. As I understand things, Delta currently pays the full retirement to retired Northwest pilots that never even wore a Delta uniform. The disparity is obvious and in light of the recently announced $1 billion buyback feels like a slap in the face. Is any action being contemplated?
Thanks,
Dick Baldwin

Editor: Dick,  Two actions are in the works.  The DP3 is attempting to get a re-calculation of our qualified benefits that the PBGC pays out.  That effort has a real potential of some relief and should be fully supported.

Then there is Rob Moser who is leading an effort to gain a meeting to discuss the devastating non-qualified loss that we suffered during and since bankruptcy. 

 Stay tuned and engaged. Mark

From: jadikb <jadikb@gmail.com>
Date: May 29, 2013, 6:49:24 PM EDT
To:
Subject: Re: Buy back

Please tell me how I can be engaged.  Thanks,  Dick Baldwin

Editor:  From time to time I get requests about ”how to get engaged or connected” like what Dick asked above.  I included his email as a sample of those that I offer my standard answer.  And my standard answer is, that this is why the PCN exists…….to keep our retired pilots informed, connected and engaged.  So my suggestion to Dick and others is to simply join the PCN and become a contributor. Which he has.


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