Just because UA decided not to take the war deferral, why is that the proper thing for US to do? If UA makes a decision to close all their heavy maintenance facilities and contract it out (which the did), should we? Is that the proper thing to do? UA decided rather then take the 5% pay deferral they were going to continue to reduce their flying by 12%+. Should we do the same? We adjusted our flying 5% for April, and only very minor modifications to the schedule for May. Who is to say who is right, UA or US?
I agree that it would be a huge boost for morale, but I wouldn''t hold my breath. You also have to stop equating todays load factors as a sign that the recovery is in full swing. Easter Week is a hige travel week for Spring Break. The next 4-8 weeks will be a better indication of the effects of the war and what the real turn around is.