Spirit Airlines to furlough another 365 pilots as Chapter 11 process continues
On October 16, 2026, Fort Lauderdale-based Spirit Airlines announced that it would be furloughing a further 365 pilots…
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US government shutdown hits aviation sector; FAA will furlough 11,322 employees
The US Transportation Department has announced that 11,322 employees at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will be furloughed…
United trims amount of involuntary furloughs, but not for pilots
United Airlines says 16,370 employees will be put on involuntary unpaid leave as CARES act expires at the…
American proceeds with 19,000 furloughs, asks for PSP extension
American Airlines (A1G) (AAL) said it will proceed with its plan to furlough 19,000 employees but will stop…
Ryanair staff threatened by unpaid leave without government aid
Ryanair’s pilots and cabin crew are at risk of unpaid leave for the winter period without extended government…
British Airways drops ‘fire and rehire’, negotiates with unions
British Airways (BA) CEO Alex Cruz assured the UK’s Transport Select Committee that the company would not issue…
United to furlough 2,850 pilots after government aid expires
The US aviation workspace situation grew even grimmer after United Airlines announced the largest pilot furloughs in its…
Delta plans to furlough 2,000 pilots after bailout expires
Following United Airlines, another major U.S. carrier plans additional furloughs. Delta Airlines (DAL)’ reportedly plans for 2,000 pilots…