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September 5, 2008

Tension at Spirit Airlines - Pilots vs. Management

This week, the Air Line Pilots Association filed suit on behalf of 500 Spirit pilots, claiming the airline “unlawfully” changed their pay and working conditions. Among the allegations in the complaint: Spirit has terminated a policy that gave pilots at least four days off for every four or five days of flying. According the lawsuit, ”the safety implications of depriving pilots of minimal necessary rest are obvious.” In response, Spirit CEO Ben Baldanza said, “Each of the changes is permitted under the existing collective bargaining agreement. We understand that some of our pilots are unhappy about the changes but, in our view, the work rule adjustments are critically necessary in these challenging times for the well being of the company and our employees.” I’m sure Midwest pilots can sympathize.