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Allegiant pilots ratify 40% pay increase as ultra-low-cost carrier adds premium Allegiant First cabin

Allegiant’s pilots approved a two-year contract delivering a 40% average hourly pay increase and releasing roughly $300 million in accrued retention bonuses. Separately, the ultra-low-cost carrier plans to launch Allegiant First in 2027, with 2–2 seating, 37-inch pitch, greater recline and bundled baggage.

Discovered 2026-08-03T03:14:36.175257-07:00 | 2026-08-03T03:14:36.175257-07:00

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The pilot agreement materially resets Allegiant’s labor cost structure, with a 40% average hourly pay increase and approximately $300 million in retention bonuses released over the two-year contract.
Allegiant First marks a strategic move beyond the ultra-low-cost model, adding a premium cabin with 2–2 seating, 37-inch pitch, extra recline and bundled baggage from 2027.
Free drinks and expanded premium options show Allegiant competing for higher-yield domestic travelers while responding to broader industry demand for differentiated onboard products.

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