Is it Unethical to protest over poor pay?

The aviation industry exists in an intensely competitive market which possesses many threats and challenges for not only airlines but aircraft manufacturers. Such an industry has contributed the economies of many countries and serves as a global hub for the transition of business all while incorporating new and innovative means of travel. The airline industry has altered the way in which people live, and how business are conducted. The mass amount of aircraft making up the airline industry can be contributed to many aircraft manufacturing companies. One of which is the Boeing Company which changed the way how the aviation industry views  technology by introducing more modernized means of transportation which caters to the traveling public and exemplifies what luxury is like within the skies. Just recently, President Trump visited the inaugural celebration for Boeing’s 787 Dream liner series. The new model series has said to be the most economical where it can transport a large...

With any business operations whether a small mom and pop or shop or big corporation, it can be difficult to make the decision to send home an employee. Market demands and consumer buying trends often determine the hours of operations for a business. On one side of the spectrum, keeping the business open is a priority and due to volatile market changes and demands anything can happen that could potentially hinder the business operations. However, many employees suffer financially from poor scheduling and slow business operations. I don’t think it is ethically wrong to send someone home due to slow period especially if the employer did their due diligence to communicate this possibility prior to hiring the individual. I think for an hourly employee, employers must ensure they enable them to make up the hours during a busy season. An hourly employee can be guaranteed certain hours which ultimately can affect their financials if their hours are reduced. Companies must establish and enforc...

British Airways crew walk out over “poverty” pay With low costs and high profits, the airline has few excuses for not paying staff better, The aviation industry has long been criticized for poor wages for its employees. While the industry is perhaps one of the fastest mode of transportation, many workers enjoy other perks of their job such as free or discounted travels along with the ability to explore the world. The aviation industry is highly regulated  and  the success of many airlines depends on their ability to sustain a competitive advantage in the market. With the expansion of emerging markets and globalization many airlines are competing to gain strong market share. They have invested heavily into their product and also identify ways to reduce cost. With the low fuel price, many airlines are becoming profitable in many markets. Despite such a profit, many airlines employees are not getting a feel of that profitable gains in their pocket. As a result many go on st...