Background on the Situation
Aeroméxico flight attendants, represented by the Association of Mexican Airline Cabin Crew (ASSA), are preparing for a potential strike on May 31st after rejecting the company’s proposed wage increase. The ASSA members voted unanimously (100%) against the offered salary hikes of 2.9% for Contract A and 3.25% for Contract B, which has fewer benefits.
ASSA’s Demands
The ASSA has held multiple meetings with Aeroméxico Group, totaling 6 by May 20th, including 4 with labor authorities (3 in-person and 1 virtual). Despite Aeroméxico’s strong financial performance in 2024 and positive trends in Q1 2025, the company’s proposed increases fall short of the accumulated annual inflation rate.
ASSA seeks a more substantial, generalized increase to restore purchasing power lost due to inflation between 2020-2024. The organization argues that the proposed raises are insufficient, given Aeroméxico’s financial success.
Internal Divisions and Calls for Resignation
The ASSA’s National Executive Committee is deeply divided, with some members demanding the resignation of their leader, Ada Salazar. Flight attendants have expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of positive outcomes during her tenure.
Additionally, there is a disagreement over presenting two contracts instead of one. For those hired after 2014, a separate contract applies. Salazar’s handling of this issue has further strained relations with the workforce, leading to calls for her resignation.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the main issue? Flight attendants are unhappy with Aeroméxico’s proposed wage increases, which they believe do not adequately address inflation-related losses in purchasing power.
- Who represents the flight attendants? The Association of Mexican Airline Cabin Crew (ASSA) represents the flight attendants.
- What is the proposed wage increase? Aeroméxico offered a 2.9% raise for Contract A and a 3.25% increase for Contract B, both below the accumulated annual inflation rate.
- Why are there internal divisions within ASSA? The National Executive Committee is divided, with some members dissatisfied by the lack of positive outcomes during Ada Salazar’s leadership.
- What is the disagreement about contracts? There is a debate over presenting two contracts instead of one, as there should only be one registered contract according to labor regulations.
