The American Airlines flight attendants’ union is planning to hold a picket outside the company’s headquarters in an effort to push for new leadership at the carrier. The union, representing 28,000 cabin crew members, issued a vote of no confidence in CEO Robert Isom, citing lagging profitability and punctuality compared to rivals Delta Air Lines and United Airlines. Isom, in response, has reassured employees of upcoming improvements, including increased profits and schedule enhancements, as well as new cabin upgrades.

The labor groups’ push for change is increasing pressure on American Airlines’ leadership team, which has been investing in modernizing airplane cabins and other on-board products to compete in the industry. Despite challenges, Isom remains optimistic about the future of the airline, emphasizing the importance of profitability and growth for the company’s longevity. The picket and union actions are a call for accountability, decisive action, and strong leadership to steer American Airlines back on a competitive path.