Profit sharing needs to be equalized. Yes I got my check, and I am thankful. However, and this is just my opinion, fairness in the amount didn't occur. Let me explain...
To utilize the method of W2's only promotes the idea that if you work more you should get more. There is alot to be said of that. But, true fairness, means that each base has an equal playing field. That doesn't occur here. PHL an CLT which cover most if not all the international flying have an unfair advantage to all the other bases. Some bases such as LGA, DCA, BOS and PIT, which are much smaller and less utilized by the company: ie - less block time per month, less reserve utilization, have many F/A's that don't get time in. Now, having said that, I spoke to a PHL F/A a few months back who only flew international, backed up her trips, and utilized the ETB. Here average month was around 135 -140 hours. This without vacation. Heaven forbid fly-back occurs.
Granted, If I wanted to fly international, I could transfer to another base. And yes, If I was grandfathered into the 105 option I could more. But you see I am doing the same job as everyone else. I share an equal piece of the pie that made this airline profitable. I shouldn't have to transfer or go on an option to make me fly more. Equality in the workplace means that everyone has the same advantages. Just my oponion...