The Association of SriLankan Airlines Licensed Aircraft Engineers (ALAE) has called on the stakeholders involved in the management of the national carrier to collaborate on a workable retention plan.
Issuing a statement, the ALAE pointed out that it was essential to address the current exodus of skilled professionals to ensure providing top-notch aircraft maintenance and safety for SriLankan Airlines passengers.
The ALAE revealed that it has experienced a 25% reduction in its workforce due to the current surge in global travel which has created an unprecedented demand for its skilled professionals.
Warning that it anticipates a further turnover of engineers with the current global demand, the ALAE said this has created a massive shortage of Licensed Aircraft Engineers needed to run the increasing operations of SriLankan Airlines.
The ALAE further said a shortage of staff would result in the aircraft being sent for external maintenance checks which will in turn result in millions of dollars moving out of the country.
Full statement of ALAE :
