Allegiant Air’s pilot workforce, represented by Teamsters Local 2118, has overwhelmingly approved a new two-year collective bargaining agreement. The vote saw a 99% participation rate, with 80% of the approximately 1,300 eligible pilots voting in favor of the deal. This ratification marks the conclusion of years of negotiations and follows widespread informational picketing efforts conducted by pilots at 22 U.S. airports in November 2025.

According to AVweb, the newly ratified contract provides an immediate hourly wage increase of roughly 40%, with total compensation growth projected to hit approximately 54% by January 2027. Beyond base pay, the agreement triggers the distribution of about $300 million in retention bonuses that had been accruing since 2023. Financial enhancements for the flight crew also include a company-funded 15% direct contribution to 401(k) accounts and company-provided long-term disability insurance for pilots up to age 65.

Quality-of-life improvements were a central component of the finalized terms. The deal introduces a minimum five-hour pay credit for every flight duty period, alongside expanded leave protections and higher premium rates for open time and junior assignments. The contract also formalizes new rules regarding scheduling, displacement, and protections during potential fleet transitions or furloughs. As Allegiant prepares for a corporate combination with Sun Country Airlines, the union has indicated that its future priorities will shift toward seniority-list integration and ongoing joint collective bargaining efforts.