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Union bosses have said the agreement sets a new benchmark for U.S. flight attendants across the industry.
Flight attendants at Allegiant Airlines have agreed to a “game-changer” new labor deal. The breakthrough will see 1,700 crew members receive immediate wage increases.
The average pay rise is 25%, however the exact amount varies. While the minimum is 20%, Allegiant staff with the longest tenure and who have reached the top pay rate under the current contract will get up to 41.2%.
The new agreement is the result of intensive negotiations that started more than 18 months ago. It represents the Transport Workers Union of America (TWU) Local 577’s second deal with the Las Vegas-based low-cost airline.
Alex Garcia, TWU International Executive Vice President described