Allegiant Pilots Ratify Two-Year Contract with 40% Immediate Pay Raise

Nearly 1,300 pilots at Allegiant Travel have ratified a new two-year contract, securing significant pay increases and improved benefits after a prolonged period of negotiations. The Teamsters Union announced on Monday that the collective agreement was approved with overwhelming support from its members at the low-cost carrier.

Key Terms of the Agreement

The new contract provides substantial financial gains for the pilots. According to the Teamsters Union, the deal includes:

• An immediate average hourly wage increase of approximately 40%.
• Total wage increases reaching about 54% by January 2027.
• The triggering of approximately $300 million in accrued retention bonus payments.
• Significant improvements to retirement benefits, work rules, and overall quality of life.

Ryan Joseph, president of Teamsters Local 2118, stated that the agreement provides significant gains compared to the previous contract.

Resolution After Contentious Negotiations

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The ratification concludes years of difficult negotiations between the pilots and the airline. The pilots had been working under a contract ratified in 2016 that became amendable in 2021.

Tensions escalated in November 2025 when Allegiant pilots staged pickets at 22 U.S. airports to demand industry-standard pay and better scheduling. The new agreement resolves these long-standing issues and provides labor stability for the carrier.

Overwhelming Pilot Support

The union reported a high level of participation and support for the new terms. The agreement was approved by an 80% margin, with 99% of eligible pilots participating in the ratification vote. This strong mandate signals widespread approval of the new contract's terms among the pilot group.