During pilot season, they're expected to go with what they know. It's a busy time trying to reach contacts for the people they already represent. If they have time for you right then, what good could they be, really?

Of course, there's it'll be tough anytime. People expect it to be easiest after Easter. I will point out that you don't have anything to lose, really, so you can make the effort now. But between the strike and busy time coming up, just don't expect much.