We are working on it- this just came out yesterday and the official policy isn't even out yet. Mgmt is in for a rude awakening. Last time they blamed pilots for unplanned absences the rates of absence went through the roof, hence this policy coming out. I cannot fathom why mgmt would start this with spirit getting a TA after a strike, a week before the nmb, pilots about to all get horrible July lines with 90+ hours, and morale in the gutter. There will be communication to all pilots shortly- have to get all the ducks in a row first.

The company obviously didn't think about the fact that 1 sick pilot remaining at work will get many sick. The pilots that now need doctors notes will have hefty bills for the company to pay (even with our insurance as we as self insured). So now we have a pilot calling in sick AND costing the company $500+ for a note because of a cold and the company complains about insurance costs.

I see major FAA Regualtory issues and possible HIPPA law violations if this policy is put into effect.


If you are sick, do not fly. Simple as that.