American Airlines CEO Robert Isom is under pressure from pilots who accuse him of failing to bridge the gap between the company and its more profitable competitors. According to Jin10, the Allied Pilots Association (APA), representing approximately 16,000 pilots, is considering a vote of no confidence against Isom and his management team. This action could occur as early as Friday.
The potential vote stems from inadequate preparations for last month's winter storm and disappointing financial performance. This internal dissent arises as American Airlines grapples with various operational and strategic challenges, including reducing approximately $35 billion in debt and facing intensifying competition with United Airlines in Chicago.