We as members of FT knew of the impending BA Pilots strike from early June, so any bookings made by us after that date were booked on a risk basis. Yes no doubt we all thought this dispute would be settled before it reached strike action but it did not. I feel sorry for those of us affected and indeed I may still be affected going forward with my future bookings. I would not be complaining about being stranded for 3 days or more as I booked after the June date and well aware of what could happen.

As for the Thomas Cook passengers many if not most would not have the knowledge we have here and the help and support from other members of FT. Also their holidays could have been booked 18 months ago fully paid 2 months ago who would amongst us not fly within the last 2 weeks even knowing that a collapse my be likely as no insurance company would pay out on the maybe TC would go into Administration.

I think BALPA are doing the right thing and I find it selfish to complain about BALPA's actions as of yesterday in supporting the stranded passengers.
John