Several Delta Airline pilots refused to board any planes early Thursday morning to protest their current flight schedules.
According to CBS46, hundreds of Delta pilots will be dressed in their uniforms in protest outside the Atlanta Hartsfield Jackson International Airport today.
The disgruntled pilots will be picketing near the south terminal departure level near doors one and five. They are angry about the airline’s current scheduling practice, claiming it puts too much pressure on them.
The airmen believe the flight schedules are forcing them to fly for long strenuous trips too often, causing burnout and fatigue.
In a statement, Delta Airlines told CBS46 that today’s protest would not impact any flights, and they are working to address the issue.
“This informational exercise by some of our off-duty pilots will not disrupt our operation for our customers. All of our pilot schedules meet or exceed safety requirements set by FAA and those outlined in our pilot contract. As we continue to deliver industry-leading operational reliability and recover our network, we are also balancing ways to improve schedules for our pilots. All of our people, including our pilots, are working hard to restore our airline and deliver for our customers as we emerge from the pandemic. We are grateful for and proud of their efforts.”
