Air Transport Services Group, Inc. (ATSG) today announced that pilots at its subsidiary, Air Transport International (ATI), represented by the Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA), have ratified a new four-year collective bargaining agreement.
The agreement, approved by a strong majority of participating pilots, reflects a shared commitment between ATI and ALPA to support the long-term success of the airline while recognising the professionalism and contributions of ATI’s pilot group.
Mike Betson, President of Air Transport International, said: “This agreement represents an important step forward for ATI.
“It provides a stable and predictable framework that supports our long-term financial health and positions us to compete effectively in a dynamic global market.
“We appreciate the professionalism and collaboration demonstrated throughout this process and thank the ALPA negotiating team and our pilots for their commitment.”
The ratified agreement includes enhancements to compensation, retirement benefits, scheduling, and overall quality of life, while maintaining key operational flexibilities that support ATI’s business and customer commitments.
Greg Mays, President and CEO of ATSG, said: “This ratification is a significant milestone not only for ATI but for all of ATSG.
“Securing such commitments serves to underpin the continued reliability of ATSG’s integrated network of leasing, air transportation, and maintenance services that support our global customers.
“This stability allows us to scale our growth strategy with confidence, knowing that our most vital assets—our people—are well positioned to drive the next phase of our integrated service expansion and long-term value creation.
