Strike at Discover Airlines

Discover Airlines strike? Here’s what to do

If Discover Airlines is on strike and your flight is canceled or delayed, what should you do? Check the Discover Airlines website for the latest updates, check your flight status and consider alternative travel plans.

Has Discover Airlines notified you that your international flight has been canceled? Stay home and wait out the strike; you will automatically be offered an alternative flight. This is because Discover is required to offer you a replacement flight.

Don’t like the alternative? You can opt for a ticket refund.

Are you abroad and just want to get home? In that case, canceling your ticket is a lot more difficult. Discover Airlines has an obligation to take care of you. Think about food, drinks and a possible overnight stay. In addition, Discover must give you the choice of an alternative flight or a refund.

If there is no good alternative or you have your own idea of a better option, the airline has to reimburse you. The airline must refund the difference between the tickets.

In addition, you may be entitled to a compensation payment, which can be up to 600 euros per person.

Latest news on the Discover Airlines strike

Below you can read the latest news about today’s strike at Discover Airlines. You will also find information about previous strikes at this German airline.

Who is on strike at Discover Airlines?

Was your flight canceled due to a strike? You may be entitled to compensation if the airline is responsible for the delay. This compensation is paid by the airline.

Discover Airlines pilot strike

When pilots go on strike, planes do not take off. Pilots can strike for a variety of reasons, including working conditions, pay, work schedules, and safety issues.

When pilots go on strike, flights are canceled. Since pilots work for the airline, in this case Discover Airlines, they are entitled to compensation.

Flight Attendants, Stewardesses and Cabin Crew Strike

Flight attendants (stewards and stewardesses) can also strike. This can lead to cancellations or delays as the safety and comfort of passengers cannot be guaranteed.

In fact, a plane will be left on the ground without stewards or stewardesses. These employees also work for Discover Airlines, so in the event of a stewardess strike, you are entitled to compensation.

Strike by ground staff

What happens if ground staff go on strike? This usually results in delays and, less often, cancellations. Ground crew is a collective term for many functions.

It includes baggage handlers, security, customs, check-in and technical maintenance personnel.

Note that not all ground agents work for Discover Airlines. They may also be employed by the airport or another party. This is important for any compensation you may receive.

What are your rights in the event of a strike?

Were your flight problems caused by a Discover Airlines strike? If so, you may be entitled to compensation. To qualify, your flight must be canceled or arrive at least 3 hours late.

The amount of compensation depends on the distance of your flight.

This compensation applies even if Discover Airlines has offered you an alternative flight or the ticket fee. The amount is compensation for lost time.

Food, drink and lodging in the event of a strike

If your flight is canceled or delayed, you are entitled to receive care. Beginning two hours after the original departure time, Discover must provide you with food, drink and, if necessary, overnight accommodations.

Even if you know in advance that your flight has been canceled and you are waiting at your hotel for a new flight, you still have a right to care.

If the airline does not comply and you have to pay for everything yourself? Keep the receipts. You can claim them later.