The conflict mainly revolves around pilots’ wages. They agreed to reduce their salaries by 20 percent at the beginning of the Corona crisis, but it is still in effect today. Ryanair also wants to end a collective bargaining agreement on working and rest times. According to the pilots’ representative, Becca, this is against the law.
An ultimatum to the Irish low-cost carrier’s board a week ago failed to produce agreement, and one last chance meeting on Wednesday also failed. According to Libby, more than 80 percent of the pilots stationed at Charleroi airport will strike on Saturday and Sunday, and the disruption is likely to be significant.
CEO Philip Verdonk reported from Charleroi Airport that 44 flights would be canceled on Saturday. It is not yet clear how many passengers will be affected on Sunday. Still waiting for more information from Ryanair. The airline has already contacted all passengers whose flight has been or will be cancelled, or will do so soon.
The striking employees and unions will gather on Saturday morning in the airport’s departure hall. Beca, CNE and ACV Puls are still warning that they can continue their campaign until the Corona Collective Agreement expires in October 2024.
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