Maintenance outsourcing is a hot topic these days with many airlines sending work abroad for a better price. The question is: at what cost are these low-price maintenance duties being performed?
An article featured on chicagobusinessnews.com explores the possible conflict that may ensue when members of the mechanics union of United Airlines realize the extent of work being outsourced. United Airlines has reportedly exceeded their allowable 20 percent limit on maintenance outsourcing.
You can read the complete story at www.chicagobusiness.com/cgi-bin/news.pl?id=24442.
