Exclusive: Pilot Docked Pay After Insisting Co-Pilot Wear A Mask

The video discusses a conflict at American Airlines where pilots are penalized for insisting on mask-wearing in the cockpit. Despite the lack of a clear policy, some pilots have been removed from flights and docked pay for safety concerns. The union highlights the inconsistency in policies, especially after the expiration of the Cares Act. The video emphasizes the health risks in close quarters and the need for clear guidelines to protect pilots and passengers.

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How does the pilot describe the risks of flying without masks in the cockpit?

What precedent exists for paying pilots to maintain virus mitigation?