Thu, Jun 16, 2011
Says The Agreement Was A Violation Of Their Contract
The Southwest Airlines Pilots' Association (SWAPA) said Monday
it is pleased with Southwest Airlines' recognition of their
Collective Bargaining Agreement with the pilots and the contract's
prohibition against domestic codeshare. The codeshare agreement
with SkyWest is a contract violation and the pilots of Southwest
are pleased that the Company chose to honor the negotiated
agreement in a timely fashion. The termination of the SkyWest
codeshare agreement with AirTran allows both SWAPA and Southwest
Airlines to concentrate and devote their collective energies on the
tasks at hand.
"This move by our Company demonstrates a strong commitment to
their pilots and our contract," said SWAPA President, Captain Steve
Chase. "As a wholly owned subsidiary, AirTran and eventually
Southwest, have the capability of flying into those markets and
delivering superior service."
In late 2009, the Southwest Airlines Pilots' Association
ratified its contract with Southwest Airlines that strictly
prohibits domestic codeshare and greatly restricts codeshare to
near-international destinations. This section of the contract is
foundational to the protection of pilots' jobs and careers.
"It inspires confidence when your Company supports the interests
of its employees and is willing to honor their negotiated
contract," Chase added. "We are proud of the collaborative
partnership we have with Southwest Airlines leadership and today's
announcement is another example of the benefits of that
relationship."
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