Hi Mutt,
My info is based on 4 years ago, but I still believe that the "Indigenous Crews" still have a Union while the "Contract Crews" do not. Therefore the low wages, no benies and overall conditions.
8-B747's? That could only mean Saudia. Are you saying that they are not going to be flying for Saudia during this years hajj? Who will be filling the void and what is AAI going to be doing with the aircraft?