Spirit Airlines pilots and their union have raised concerns over the carrier’s decision to issue furlough notices to pilots while simultaneously approving salary increases for several top executives.
In a July 1 Form 8-K filing, the carrier announced pay raises for four of its C-suite executives and its CEO. At the same time, 200 pilots received furlough notices—a plan the airline initially laid out in April due to aircraft engine issues and slower growth plans.
