The SAA management says it is doing everything possible to avoid a strike by pilots, or any disruptions to SAA operations, especially during the December peak season.
says it remains committed to finding a resolution amid an ongoing wage dispute with pilots. The national carrier confirmed the receipt of a notification from the SAA Pilots Association of its intent to embark on a strike from Thursday, December 5. SAA cannot return to the lucrative benefits that SAA pilots have historically enjoyed. Acceding to SAA PA current demand for a 15.
Lamola explained that SAAPA's initial demand, tabled in May, was for a 30% increase in pilot salaries, subsequently reduced to 15.7% with benefits. He added that SAA has offered salary increases of 8.46%, backdated to April 1, 2024. Adding that the offer to the pilots reflects the airline's commitment to the well-being of its employees within the context of the airline's history, current turnaround programme, and future financial sustainability.
He said SAA has only recently regained its operational viability after emerging from business rescue in 2021.
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