Allegiant Air pilots ratify labour agreement
Allegiant Air pilots, represented by International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT), have ratified the airline’s first union contract. Allegiant and IBT have been negotiating in mediated sessions with the National Mediation Board since Feb 2014. More than 85% of voting Allegiant pilots voted to ratify the contract. IBT said Allegiant Air pilots will see improvements in pay with an immediate 31% increase, benefits and scheduling. According to the IBT, the contract also includes a 150% increase in Allegiant’s 401(k) matching contribution, up to 4 weeks paid vacation, and the ability for the pilots to fund their union and to defend their contract through dispute resolution. The contract goes into effect Aug 1 for a 5-year term. <br/>
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Allegiant Air pilots ratify labour agreement
Allegiant Air pilots, represented by International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT), have ratified the airline’s first union contract. Allegiant and IBT have been negotiating in mediated sessions with the National Mediation Board since Feb 2014. More than 85% of voting Allegiant pilots voted to ratify the contract. IBT said Allegiant Air pilots will see improvements in pay with an immediate 31% increase, benefits and scheduling. According to the IBT, the contract also includes a 150% increase in Allegiant’s 401(k) matching contribution, up to 4 weeks paid vacation, and the ability for the pilots to fund their union and to defend their contract through dispute resolution. The contract goes into effect Aug 1 for a 5-year term. <br/>
