Dozens of Qantas flights departing Perth Airport have been cancelled as pilots strike in an attempt to address what they say are substandard wages.
Dozens of regional Qantas flights departing Perth Airport have been cancelled as pilots strike in an attempt to address what they say are substandard wages.
"The Australian Federation of Air Pilots is disappointed we have had to take this action and remains committed to reaching an agreement for our members who fly for Qantas domestically in Western Australia," senior industrial officer Chris Aikens said on Monday. "Network Aviation's pilots are simply asking for something that is affordable and sustainable for the company and its workforce."It is demanding a 50 per cent pay increase.The airline accused the AFAP of disrupting the travel plans of thousands of Western Australians, saying half of Network Aviation's planned flights have had to be cancelled.
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