Pilots and cabin crew at Discover Airlines, a Lufthansa subsidiary, will strike for four days starting August 27, 2024. The strike will disrupt all flights departing from Germany, causing major travel issues during the summer holiday season. Discover Airlines employees overwhelmingly supported the strike after union conflicts escalated.
The strike stems from tensions between unions. Verdi recently secured the first collective agreements for pilots and flight attendants. However, Cockpit and UFO, representing pilots and cabin crew respectively, oppose these agreements. They argue that Verdi lacks sufficient representation within Discover Airlines and was appointed by Lufthansa as a bargaining partner.
Discover Airlines has alerted passengers to check their flight status regularly. They recommend adding contact details to receive updates. The strike will significantly impact operations, as Discover Airlines runs 27 aircraft from Frankfurt and Munich with nearly 2,000 employees.
Lufthansa has already experienced financial losses due to previous strikes. This upcoming strike at Discover Airlines will likely add to the company’s challenges. Passengers should expect delays and consider alternative travel plans.
