04 Dec 2024 | 10:21 AM UTC
South Africa: Unionized South African Airways pilots to conduct nationwide strike Dec. 5
Unionized South African Airways pilots plan to strike across South Africa Dec. 5. Reconfirm flights.
South African Airways (SA) pilots affiliated the South African Airways Pilots Association (SAAPA) plan to strike nationwide Dec. 5. The purpose of the strike is to demand increased wages.
The strike will likely lead to nationwide flight disruptions on Dec. 5. Increased demand for airline tickets serving similar routes is likely for the duration of the strike. Residual delays are possible in the hours following the end of the work stoppage. While not planned, demonstrations are possible at South African Airways headquarters at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
Confirm flight arrangements if booked to fly with South African Airways during the strike period. Consider alternative arrangements for critical travel. Arrive early at airports to mitigate the impact of possible passenger processing delays. Avoid possible demonstrations as a standard precaution.
