An official representing the ALPGSL union said that approximately 12 pilots have submitted resignations and opted to fulfill their obligatory three-month notice periods.

Pilots complain that this mass exodus has placed existing pilots under immense pressure, with extended working hours becoming the norm.

The Airline Pilot’s Guild) is calling on the management of SriLankan Airlines to address its concerns regarding the working conditions at the flag carrier. Among the problems, the Guild says pilots have been overworked and underpaid.

It comes as other workers at the oneworld airline have reportedly received bonuses. With the carrier at a deficit of more than 50 pilots, ALPGSL noted that the airline would lose more due to the ongoing concerns.