France: Air France HOP! pilots postpone strike to February 24 /update 1

Event

A union representing pilots at Air France's regional subsidiary HOP! has postponed a strike scheduled on Friday, February 21, to Monday, February 24, to allow for further negotiations between the union and the airline. The union had initially called for work stoppages each Friday from 06:00 to 18:00 (local time) starting February 21, through Thursday, April 30. If the strike goes ahead, participating pilots will strike on February 21, and then each Friday following.

Flight delays and cancelations are to be expected should the strike go ahead as planned.

Advice

Individuals flying with HOP! are advised to monitor developments, expect consequent flight delays and cancelations, confirm flight reservations prior to leaving for the airport, and contact their airline for more information.