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Updated May 28, 2012 18:09:10 | ABC News



Jetstar is being taken to court for allegedly underpaying cabin crew that were recruited in Thailand.
The eight crew members are allegedly being paid less than half of what they are entitled to when
they work on domestic routes in Australia.

The Fair Work Ombudsman began taking action in the Federal Court on Friday for the workers, but
says it may take action for up to 300 international cabin crew rostered on Jetstar's domestic routes.

Two Asian companies which recruit staff for Jetstar - Valuair and Tour East - are facing court over
the matter. Both companies are part owned by Qantas.

The ombudsman is seeking to have the eight staff reimbursed at least $7,500 they are owed in back pay.

It is also seeking penalties against Jetstar.