June 24 (Reuters) – United Airlines (UAL.O) pilots will get more than 14% in pay raises in 18 months, and paid maternity leave under a new deal negotiated with the company, demonstrating the bargaining power aviators are enjoying in a short-staffed industry.
The two-year agreement, approved by union leaders on Friday, will now be sent out to members for ratification. Pilots will have until July 15 to vote on the deal.
The contract provides more than 14.5% cumulative pay increases and enhanced…