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British Airways Proposes Emission-Linked Pay for Pilots

3/26/2026

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British Airways proposed an incentive scheme for pilots to cut fuel use and emissions, offering up to 1% of base salary if emissions fall by 60,000 tons beyond 2025 levels.
The proposal was developed with the British Airline Pilots’ Association (BALPA) and goes to BALPA members for a vote in late April 2026.
If approved, the scheme would begin in 2027.
Concerns have been raised about safety and operations.

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Story summary

British Airways proposed an incentive scheme for pilots to cut fuel use and emissions, offering up to 1% of base salary if emissions fall by 60,000 tons beyond 2025 levels.
The proposal was developed with the British Airline Pilots’ Association (BALPA) and goes to BALPA members for a vote in late April 2026.
If approved, the scheme would begin in 2027.
Concerns have been raised about safety and operations.