Union sues Southwest over Covid related pay changes
Southwest Airlines’ pilot union is suing the carrier, saying it changed pay rates and working conditions, in violation of federal labor laws.
The Southwest Airlines Pilots Association filed a lawsuit, in federal district court in Dallas. The airline defends its actions by saying it was reacting to ‘unpredictable challenges’ and argues the Covid-related unilateral changes don’t require negotiations.
The airline is heavily unionized with about 83% of its 56,000 employees union members.
TravelMole Editorial Team
Editor for TravelMole North America and Asia pacific regions. Ray is a highly experienced (15+ years) skilled journalist and editor predominantly in travel, hospitality and lifestyle working with a huge number of major market-leading brands. He has also cover in-depth news, interviews and features in general business, finance, tech and geopolitical issues for a select few major news outlets and publishers.
Have your say Cancel reply
Subscribe/Login to Travel Mole Newsletter
Travel Mole Newsletter is a subscriber only travel trade news publication. If you are receiving this message, simply enter your email address to sign in or register if you are not. In order to display the B2B travel content that meets your business needs, we need to know who are and what are your business needs. ITR is free to our subscribers.

































TAP Air Portugal to operate 29 flights due to strike on December 11
Qatar Airways offers flexible payment options for European travellers
Airbnb eyes a loyalty program but details remain under wraps
Air Mauritius reduces frequencies to Europe and Asia for the holiday season
Major rail disruptions around and in Berlin until early 2026