Update From Negotiating Committee – January 16

Fellow Pilots,

The Union and management met in Las Vegas for mediated negotiations this week.

Mediation sessions started with the Company presenting the Union with costing information previously requested by the Union. After the Union discussed the presentation with Allegiant’s subject matter experts, the Union’s economist requested additional, related information from the Company’s subject matter experts. The Union is waiting for the requested information.

The parties next turned their attention to outstanding scheduling issues that have separated the parties in the past. The Union and Company teams worked in caucus on scheduling provisions for presentation at our next joint session. In addition to the previously scheduled February mediation dates, management agreed to meet outside of mediated sessions for the purpose of expediting the negotiation process. We will update you on the additional dates and bargaining progress on scheduling and other issues following those sessions.

The Union’s Negotiating Committee also met with Local 2118 President-elect Ryan Joseph and Union legal counsel to discuss the proposed merger of Allegiant and Sun Country Airlines. All of our Union representatives remain focused on obtaining long overdue improvements to our current CBA with Allegiant. That is our highest priority. At the same time, the Union will provide our pilot group with all the support and resources necessary to ensure that Allegiant pilots are treated fairly and equitably in any implemented merger, including but not limited to the compensation, benefits and working conditions you deserve. Look for additional information about the proposed merger and related pilot protections in a forthcoming message.

The Union appreciates the support and confidence of the pilot group as we work to finalize a new collective bargaining agreement for Allegiant pilots. The Executive Board has full faith in the Negotiating Committee and the work they are doing on behalf of all of us, and we remain committed to keeping you informed throughout the process. We are here to answer your questions and to represent you and every Allegiant pilot.