Sun Country Cuts 25 Routes Amid Pilot Shortage (the-sun.com)

Sun Country Airlines has eliminated flights to 25 destinations, including Vancouver and Toronto, following a merger with Allegiant Air. The carrier removed 348 September departures due to pilot attrition to Delta Air Lines, where pay exceeds $118 per hour compared to Sun Country's $83. Allegiant plans to restore capacity in Minneapolis by 2027 as staffing levels recover.