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Allegiant Air pilots, represented by the Teamsters union, have begun a "vote of no confidence" against the airline's executive leadership. This action comes as contract negotiations continue to focus on issues related to pay and scheduling. The vote is not a strike authorization but is intended to question the credibility of Allegiant's top management.
Pilots have expressed concerns over aggressive production demands and schedules that they say leave little room for rest or recovery. They argue that these operational pressures are causing increased sick leave and disruptions in flight operations, which are significant challenges for airlines with limited staffing.
Compensation remains a central issue in the dispute. Pilots claim that their pay has not kept pace with industry standards, especially as other low-cost carriers have raised salaries in recent years. According to them, Allegiant pilots are among the lowest paid at budget airlines in the United States. This situation has contributed to dissatisfaction among flight crews, who believe that executives prioritize cost savings over employee welfare.
