Social media are flooded with an alleged statement regarding American Airlines theft. As per the recent statement, American Airlines has raised certain concerns about some of the flight attendants’ conduct, who delayed rolling for personal gain, reported TimesNow.
A screenshot depicting the theft was obtained on X by a user. Thus, it is regarded as breach of trust and regarded as theft.
The concerns and accusations circulating in the air hold the potential to ignite a feud amid the community of flight attendants, especially during ongoing contract negotiations.
Flight attendants first bid on assignments and then participate in trip selection. Along with their monthly bidding procedure, they make extra money for extra excursions by not interfering with their already-existing commitments.
One Mile At A Time wrote that a minimum resting interval of 10 hours should be availed by the flight attendants.
As per X/@xJonNYC’s statements, “some flight attendants are purposefully booking flights knowing there scheduled be delays, taking advantage of circumstances in which last-minute assignments become available because crew members are scheduled out during significant delays.”
The user added that the flight attendants choose flights accordingly where they would get little downtime in between assignments, despite upcoming assignments.
Theft For Financial Advantage on American Airlines
Flight attendants are not able to fulfill their responsibilities due to contractual clauses for pay protection.
The organization has taken punitive measures such as the implementation of disciplinary punishments, managerial interrogations, and possible wage deductions.
One Mile At A Time reported that these actions are labeled equivalent to stealing and theft.
As per the statement issued by the American Airlines, the organization is addressing complaints aggressively for the time being.
The address is regarding the behaviour of flight attendants and how they took financial advantage of rolling delays.
The American Airline emphasizes the need for flight attendants to be open regarding their trip selection. This leads to maintaining contractual commitments and integrity.
Also Read: Historic stock exchange in Copenhagen, Denmark, destroyed by fire
