Gregory C. Anderson

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Allegiant pilots clash with airline over low pay, foreign visa hires, and green card bid

Leads Allegiant’s management in contract and staffing strategy

Allegiant Air's contract fight with its pilots (Teamsters Local 2118) spans immigration policy, wage standards, and a proposed $1.5 billion merger with Sun Country Airlines. The roughly 1,400 pilots have been stuck under an amendable 2016 contract — starting pay around $50,000, about half what regional peers earn, with grueling schedules.

Updated May 10

Notable Quotes

Company statements under Anderson’s leadership emphasize that Allegiant’s hiring practices "fully comply with federal labor laws, FAA regulations, and the collective bargaining agreements" with its pilot union. ([wsau.com](https://wsau.com/2025/12/06/exclusive-pilots-union-blocks-allegiant-air-bid-to-get-us-residency-for-foreign-hires/?utm_source=openai))

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