Monday, February 24: EasyJet and AeroItalia pilot strike in Italy

On Monday, February 24, a four-hour strike will take place among the flight crew of EasyJet and AeroItalia. The strike will start at 12:00 PM and last until 4:00 PM.

At EasyJet’s Italian branch, only pilots will be striking, while at AeroItalia, both pilots and cabin crew (stewards and stewardesses) will participate.

Get up to €600 compensation for this strike

If your flight is affected by the airline staff strike, EasyJet or AeroItalia should have already notified you via email. If not, you should receive an update soon.

The airline must offer you a choice between a similar alternative flight or a full ticket refund. The replacement flight may also be operated by another airline, not necessarily EasyJet or AeroItalia.

In addition, you may be entitled to compensation. Here are the possible scenarios:

• If your flight is delayed by at least three hours due to the strike, you may be entitled to compensation of up to €600.
• If your flight is canceled, you may also be eligible for up to €600 in compensation per passenger. This applies even if you accepted a replacement flight or opted for a ticket refund.

How do I qualify for compensation?

Is your flight canceled on Monday due to the strike? Submit a claim with us, and we’ll fight for your rightful compensation. A canceled flight doesn’t mean you have to walk away empty-handed.

Why are EasyJet and AeroItalia pilots striking?

Strikes in the aviation industry are common and are often related to working conditions, salaries, and workload. In this case, the unions ANPAC, FILT, and CGIL have announced the strike due to collective dissatisfaction among pilots.

In countries like Italy, where unions hold significant influence, strikes are frequently used as a bargaining tool to demand better working conditions.

Keep an eye on your flight status

An EasyJet spokesperson stated:

“EasyJet has been formally notified of a national transport workers’ strike, including some Italian pilot unions, on Monday, February 24. While we plan to operate our full flight schedule, we advise customers traveling on February 24 to check their flight status via our Flight Tracker for the latest updates.”

“Although this situation is beyond our control, we would like to apologize to our customers for any inconvenience caused and assure them that we are doing everything possible to minimize disruption.”

Domino effect due to the strike
Passengers flying with other airlines may also experience disruptions due to a “domino effect” caused by the strike. Affected passengers could be rebooked onto other airlines, leading to further delays.

If you are unsure whether you qualify for compensation or refunds, you can submit a claim with EUclaim. Our extensive database allows us to quickly check if you are entitled to compensation.

Domino effect due to the strike

Passengers flying with other airlines may also experience disruptions due to a “domino effect” caused by the strike. Affected passengers could be rebooked onto other airlines, leading to further delays.

If you are unsure whether you qualify for compensation or refunds, you can submit a claim with EUclaim. Our extensive database allows us to quickly check if you are entitled to compensation.