Flair Airlines pilots, represented by the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA), have reached a Tentative Agreement with Flair Airlines management after 10 months of contract negotiations.
The MEC officers voted unanimously to send the agreement to the Flair pilots to review and vote on.
Flair Master Executive Council chair First Officer Aimee Wintle, said that: “During negotiations, our pilots made it clear they expected an agreement that recognizes their professionalism, dedication, and the critical role they play in Flair’s success. This tentative agreement marks meaningful progress on the issues most important to our pilot group.”
The 3-year tentative agreement reflects progress on several key priorities identified by the Flair pilots, including improved compensation, a path to better career progression, scheduling rules, and quality of life provisions.
Over the coming weeks, the Flair pilots will be encouraged to carefully review the details of the tentative agreement and to participate in a ratification vote
Said Wintle: “Throughout the negotiating process, our pilots remained united and engaged, providing the strength and direction needed at the bargaining table. While there is still work ahead, this tentative agreement marks an important step for our pilot group and brings an added level of stability and professionalism to our airline.”
Flair’s approximately 270 pilots operate scheduled passenger flights throughout Canada, the United States, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central America.
