443 penerbangan di Portugal dibatal akibat mogok kru kabin easyJet

EasyJet has cancelled 443 flights at its Lisbon, Porto, and Faro bases due to a five-day cabin crew strike that began on Friday, according to Xinhua. The cancellations represent about 80% of the scheduled operations for the airport, according to the National Union of Civil Aviation Workers (SNPVAC). Unit representative Ana Dias said additional flights still on the schedule may also be affected, although some may be managed by bringing in staff and crew from other European bases.

The airline expects to be able to manage about 55% of the scheduled flights during the strike, including the minimum service, which includes roughly 22% of the Portugal-based operation, as well as flights managed by crew from other European bases. The company said it fully complies with the relevant law and regulation. However, SNPVAC considers the practice to be unlawful and may file a court appeal.

The two-day strike, which ended on Tuesday, was sparked by a series of disputes, including work schedules, wage increases, and the possibility of negotiating the terms of a new company agreement. A second cabin crew strike by easyJet is scheduled to begin from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM on Monday.