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American Airlines Flight Attendants Secure Historic Contract with Pay for Boarding Time

The new five-year agreement includes immediate raises of up to 20.5% and marks the first time U.S. unionized flight attendants will be paid for boarding.

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American Airlines flight attendants outside O’Hare International Airport to demand higher wages  in Chicago on May 9, 2024.
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Overview

  • The contract, ratified by 87% of voting flight attendants, covers approximately 28,000 American Airlines cabin crew members.
  • In addition to boarding pay, the deal provides significant retroactive pay and wage increases starting October 1.
  • The agreement follows years of contentious negotiations and strike threats, drawing attention from President Joe Biden and other federal officials.
  • This development sets a precedent in the U.S. aviation industry, with other airlines' flight attendants now pushing for similar benefits.
  • The contract also addresses quality-of-life improvements, including better scheduling and compensation for long waits between flights.