대한항공 객실승무원 최대 1년 무급휴직<br /><br />The entire aviation industry has been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic and it is facing an "unprecedented crisis".<br />In dealing with such difficulties, Korean Air has decided to offer its crew members unpaid leave lasting up to a year..., a step that has never been taken before.<br />Kim Sung-min reports.<br />As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to take its toll on the airline industry, Korean Air is offering unpaid leave for up to one year to its cabin crew members.<br />According to industry sources on Thursday, the application period is open until the 17th..., for those who have worked there for more than two years.<br />Right now, Korean Air is running less than 20-percent of its usual international flights.<br />And it is not only Korean Air but the entire global aviation industry that is facing an "unprecedented crisis."<br />"We forecast a loss of revenues for airlines that is accounting for 419 billion dollars, which is 50 percent of our revenues and tribulated loss for the industry around 84 billion dollars."<br />Amid the fallout from the pandemic, Hyundai Development Company's acquisition of troubled carrier Asiana Airlines also faces a rough passage.<br />After HDC asked to renegotiate the deal, the creditors have in return demanded details in their request on Wednesday.<br />Earlier this week, HDC showed its willingness to take over the dwindling carrier, but emphasized the company's value has fallen significantly since last December when the deal was signed.<br />Based on the original deal, the takeover was to be completed by June 27th, but there is a clause allowing an additional six months for more negotiations if needed.<br />Kim Sung-min, Arirang News<br />
