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EasyJet labor disputes in Europe
Overview
Labor disputes involving easyJet staff continue to escalate across Europe. In France, pilots represented by the SNPL union have postponed their planned strike for September 13 and 14 to allow for renewed negotiations, moving the notice to September 24 and 25, 2026. The union seeks protections regarding unchangeable monthly schedules and compensation for changes exceeding two hours, noting that “no firm commitments have yet been secured”.
In Portugal, the cabin crew strike led by the SNPVAC union has begun to cause significant operational disruption. As the strike period from October 2 to 6 commenced, the union reported that approximately 80% of flights between the Lisbon, Porto, and Faro bases had been cancelled, describing the impact as “massive”. Specifically, 443 flights have been cancelled to date. The SNPVAC has also raised concerns regarding the legality of using crews from other European bases, such as France, to replace striking workers, and has warned of legal action if management personnel are used to operate flights.
The dispute is driven by demands for roster stability, seniority-based pay increases, and improved conditions within the company agreement. In response to the October industrial action, easyJet expects to operate approximately 55% of its flight schedule. The airline noted that while minimum services defined by authorities cover about 22% of its Portugal-based activity, it will continue to operate using aircraft and crews from other European bases not covered by the strike. A second strike period is scheduled for December 19 to 23, which is anticipated to cause greater disruption due to high holiday demand. The dispute remains under conciliation through DGERT.
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[BUSINESS] 11 sourceseasyJet cabin crew strike disrupts flights in Portugal
easyJet cabin crew in Portugal have begun a five-day strike, causing the cancellation of approximately 80% of flights from Lisbon, Porto, and Faro bases through October 6.
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[BUSINESS] 11 sourceseasyJet strike in Portugal cancels over 440 flights
An easyJet cabin crew strike in Portugal has cancelled over 440 flights from Lisbon, Porto, and Faro. The union disputes the airline's use of replacement crews from other European bases.
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[BUSINESS] 4 sourceseasyJet cabin crew strike threatens hundreds of UK-Portugal flights
EasyJet cabin crew in Portugal have announced strikes for October and December, potentially cancelling 500 flights and affecting 80,000 passengers traveling between the UK and Portugal.
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[BUSINESS] 3 sourceseasyJet crew approve strikes in Portugal
easyJet cabin crew in Portugal have approved strikes for October 2–6 and December 19–23, potentially affecting hundreds of flights from Porto, Lisbon, and Faro.
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[BUSINESS] 13 sourcesEasyJet pilots in France postpone strike for renewed talks
EasyJet pilots in France have postponed a planned strike to late September following a resumption of negotiations with management regarding scheduling stability and working conditions.
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