ALPA

The action centers on whether the JetBlue-United partnership violates job protections in the pilots’ contract.

The union said the carrier’s ultimate goal is to push the Breeze unit to decertify.

The pilots union warned that a shutdown would be disastrous for the airline’s employees and for Florida.

The struggling ultra-low-cost airline expects to save about $100 million per year through the contract modification.

ALPA leader argues low wages and pandemic disruptions — not a lack of interest — reduced pilot supply.

Union leader warns reduced-crew concepts could reemerge despite recent setbacks.

The carrier currently allows pilots older than 65 to operate domestic flights.

SWC, a wholly owned affiliate of SkyWest Airlines, was launched in 2022 to provide charter flights under Part 135 regulations.

In a statement, ALPA said it recently received certification from the Canada Industrial Relations Board to represent over 800 pilots at Porter.

Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines resumed pilot hiring on Friday, reopening the application process for new first officers.