31 May 2019 | 12:01 AM UTC
Taiwan: EVA Air flight attendants plan strike in early June
Flight attendant union for EVA Air prepares for strike beginning in early June as negotiations falter; flight disruptions and associated protests possible
Event
Taoyuan Flight Attendants Union (TFAU) members working with EVA Air are preparing to strike in early June as negotiations with the airline have failed to reach a settlement as of Thursday, May 30. Union members are currently voting on whether to hold a strike, with tallies scheduled to be announced on Thursday, June 6. Flight disruptions are expected in the event of a strike, particularly around the Dragon Boat Festival from Friday, June 7, to Sunday, June 9. TFAU also stated they are willing to "take to the streets" on Tuesday, June 4. Protests and associated disruptions are possible on Tuesday and during a possible strike.
Context
EVA Air is the second largest Taiwanese carrier with 79 aircraft serving 64 destinations globally.
Advice
Individuals flying EVA Air are advised to monitor the situation, maintain flexible itineraries, anticipate flight disruptions (e.g. delays and cancelations), and confirm the status of their flight with their airline.
