Cabbies’ Walkout Causes Slowdowns at Airport
A walkout by drivers from cab companies that serve San Jose International Airport tied up passenger transportation Monday.
Only 40 of the usual 280 Yellow Checker and United Cab Co. taxis were operating. The airport called in other companies to help, and was encouraging passengers to take shuttles, buses or rental cars.
Drivers say since the Sept. 11 attacks, ridership has decreased 50%, and some say they are unable to pay the weekly fee they’re charged for insurance, use of the company’s name, dispatch services and car rental. Drivers want companies to lower the $335 weekly fee.
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