A labor dispute between Southwest and AMFA (Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association) is turning ugly. The mechanics aren't happy with the current deal, and after rejecting the latest proposal from management they began failing an unusually high amount of planes during inspections last week. The current amount of planes failing inspections has doubled over it's typical amount, causing an increase in delayed flights across the country.
Southwest has plenty of planes, but if this tactic continues it could have a sweeping effect on travel.
In response, Southwest has declared an "Operational Emergency" stating that overtime would be mandatory to get the planes back in service as quickly as possible. Anticipating the union's next move, management also issued a statement that any requests for sick leave would require a doctor's note and any unexcused absences during the "operational emergency" could result in dismissal.
A quick Google search reveals that an Aircraft Mechanic at Southwest Airlines can expect to make an average total pay of $93,972 a year. Not sure how accurate that is.
Southwest declares operations 'emergency' amid labor dispute with mechanics
Southwest has plenty of planes, but if this tactic continues it could have a sweeping effect on travel.
In response, Southwest has declared an "Operational Emergency" stating that overtime would be mandatory to get the planes back in service as quickly as possible. Anticipating the union's next move, management also issued a statement that any requests for sick leave would require a doctor's note and any unexcused absences during the "operational emergency" could result in dismissal.
A quick Google search reveals that an Aircraft Mechanic at Southwest Airlines can expect to make an average total pay of $93,972 a year. Not sure how accurate that is.
Southwest declares operations 'emergency' amid labor dispute with mechanics
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