Pilots union rejects holiday pay increase, demands permanent changes

By Christopher Hutton

Published November 11, 2021 6:55pm ET

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American Airlines pilots said no to a holiday bonus in hopes of getting something longer-lasting.

The Allied Pilots Association, the union that represents American Airlines pilots, rejected the airline’s offer to increase pay by 100% during the holiday season. This rejection occurs in tandem with the APA requesting more permanent changes in its scheduling approach and better handling of union concerns.

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