Austria: Austrian Airlines staff strike prompting flight disruptions March 28

Event

Pilots and cabin crew of Austrian Airlines (OS) are striking on March 28. The strike is occurring while employees attend a company-wide staff assembly to discuss wage negotiations with employers.

The action is prompting disruptions to OS-operated flights. The airline canceled around 100 flights as of the morning of March; further delays and cancelations to OS services are likely through the remainder of March 28. Disruptions could persist into March 29 as the airline deals with passenger backlogs and repositions aircraft and crew.

Advice

Confirm flights if booked to travel with Austrian Airlines on March 28. Do not check out of accommodations until onward travel is confirmed.

Resources

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