In a job market already reeling from massive layoffs, flight attendants are facing another dilemma---whether or not to return to a job that suddenly seems a lot more dangerous. As crewmembers debate whether or not to retire early or search for new jobs, many are taking unpaid and sick leave to think things through. With most flights empty and scheduled flights cut by close to twenty-five percent airlines have so far been able to accommodate employees' fears.
See "If Job Is There, Do You Stay?", NANCY CLEELAND, Los Angeles Times, September 23, 2001