- Pilots Picket for better pay and work benefits.
- Pilots are seeking market-based contracts.
- Contract negotiations haven’t been met in almost four years.
(The following is a transcription of the full broadcast story)
Tensions are escalating at Allegiant Air as pilots gathered in Appleton to voice their frustrations over contract negotiations that have stretched on for nearly four years. Chants of “Ready to strike” echoed as Captain Aaron Adrian led the group, urging the airline to take immediate action.
“We’ve been negotiating for nearly four years,” Adrian stated emphatically. “This group has been more than patient. Now, we’re demanding action.”
The pilots are seeking market-based contracts that reflect their contributions to the airline. Adrian highlighted a stark disparity, claiming that Allegiant pilots are currently compensated between 40% and 45% below their industry peers. According to data from Indeed.com, the average salary for Allegiant pilots is approximately $96,492, in sharp contrast to $128,000 for United pilots and $214,000 for those at Delta.