The attendants have complained that the outfits, which may be contaminated with a toxic chemical, have caused itching, hair loss and other unpleasant reactions.

In a letter to the company’s president, union leaders representing Alaska Airlines employees demanded that the uniforms are changed.

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Itchy: One Alaska Airlines attendant showed off his rashes, which are thought to be caused by the airline's new uniforms

Painful: 280 attendants have complained about the uniforms causing itching, hair loss and other adverse side affects

The Association of Flight Attendants says that 280 flight stewards - roughly one in 10 of the total workforce - have suffered from the side effects since the new uniforms were introduced last year.