LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — Nearly 1,300 Allegiant Air pilots have voted to ratify a new agreement, the union announced Monday.
The agreement provides an immediate average hourly wage increase of approximately 40 percent. Ratification also triggers the payment of approximately $300 million in accrued retention bonuses to Allegiant pilots.
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The agreement includes wages projected to reach approximately 54 percent in total increases by January 2027, according to the union. Additional provisions include a company-funded 15 percent direct 401(k) contribution, company-paid long-term disability through age 65, and a five-hour minimum pay credit for each flight duty period.
The contract also includes expanded leave protections, increased premium pay for open time, voluntary flying, and junior assignments, as well as scheduling-system protections, minimum days-off guarantees, displacement and fleet-transition protections, and furlough protections tied to scheduling efficiencies.
“This agreement represents a major leap forward for our pilots. It delivers approximately 54 percent in wage increases by January 2027 and meaningful improvements to retirement, benefits, work rules, and quality of life over our previous contract,” said Ryan Joseph, president of Local 2118. “Just as importantly, it positions our pilot group from a place of strength as we enter joint collective bargaining and seniority list integration. That’s exactly what this agreement was designed to accomplish.”
Dave Saucedo, director of the Teamsters Airline Division, said the ratification reflected the unity of the membership.
“This is a major win for Allegiant pilots across the country,” Saucedo said. “Our members stood strong, stayed united, and fought hard to secure the improvements they deserve. This agreement gives Allegiant pilots the leverage and momentum they need to protect their careers, seniority, and future.”
With ratification complete, Teamsters Local 2118 said it will turn its focus to joint collective bargaining and seniority list integration.
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