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Allegiant Air Pilots Demand Fair Contracts Amid Stalled Talks

11/19/2025

Summary

Story summary

Allegiant Air pilots, over 1,400 represented by Teamsters Local 2118, are staging informational pickets at 22 airports, including Provo and Bellingham, as negotiations stall for nearly five years.
They demand fair contracts with better pay and working conditions, contending Allegiant's offers remain below industry standards and could affect service.
Allegiant claims it has proposed a competitive package, including a 50% wage increase over five years.

History

Historical Context

In 1989, the Airline Pilots Association (ALPA) led a pivotal strike against Eastern Air Lines, resulting in over $1 billion in losses for the company. This event underscored the importance of pilot unions in advocating for fair wages and working conditions. Today, Allegiant Air pilots, represented by Teamsters Local 2118, continue this legacy, demanding similar rights after nearly five years of stalled negotiations.

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Story summary

Allegiant Air pilots, over 1,400 represented by Teamsters Local 2118, are staging informational pickets at 22 airports, including Provo and Bellingham, as negotiations stall for nearly five years.
They demand fair contracts with better pay and working conditions, contending Allegiant's offers remain below industry standards and could affect service.
Allegiant claims it has proposed a competitive package, including a 50% wage increase over five years.

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