04 Jul 2022 | 02:00 PM UTC
Sweden, Denmark, Norway: Scandinavian Airlines pilots on strike from July 4-9
SAS pilots in Sweden, Denmark, and Norway on strike from July 4-9. Flight disruptions likely.
Event
Unionized Scandinavian Airlines (SK) pilots began a strike following a breakdown in talks with employers over pay and working conditions, July 4. The strike is scheduled to continue through at least July 9.
Officials from Scandinavian Airlines SAS state that the action will result in the cancelation of around 50 percent of scheduled flights during the strike period. Flights that do operate could be severely delayed or otherwise disrupted. Lingering disruptions are possible following the strike's conclusion as SAS works to reorganize schedules and reposition aircraft.
Advice
Confirm flights if booked to fly on Scandanavian Airlines through July 9. Do not check out of accommodations until onward travel is confirmed. Arrive early at airports to prevent your seat from being allocated to a standby passenger Consider alternate arrangements for critical travel.
