Passenger aircraft without passengers, but boxes strapped to the seats. This has become a somewhat symbolic image of aviation during the COVID-19 pandemic. Airline schedules reduced by up to 90%, and replaced by a scarce list of maintenance, repatriation and extraordinary operations

Over years, pilots have made very significant contributions to the company's success and to the accumulation of very strong liquidity on the balance sheet. Now is therefore the right time for the company to reinvest in all of its workforce by retaining jobs, currency of crews’ licenses,

When in late March the Spanish airlines were canceling most of their routes due to the rapid spread of the COVID-19 in our country, most of us stayed at home wondering how could we be of help during this pandemic, as we were worryingly watching the rising numbers of people in Intensive

Which is the labour law applicable to aircrew? A clear answer to this question is fundamental for ensuring the protection of aircrew rights and for the good functioning of the internal market.

“Agreement terminated”, “your services no longer required”, “your last salary may not be paid”. This is what thousands of ‘self-employed’ and contractor pilots and cabin crew have been told by airlines or staffing agencies, over the past few weeks. The COVID-19 crisis might have grounded

Amidst the coronavirus outbreak, social distancing rules pose a significant challenge for pilots whose license or medical certificate is expiring soon. This is why many countries are introducing flexible arrangements for extensions. However, these exemptions from the rules are not in line

Airlines, aviation organisations and their employees were not prepared for a pandemic, like COVID-19. Most European and international airlines have stopped flying or are focussing on cargo flights, medical and rescue operations or return flights. Most countries have issued strict

After 8 years working with one of Europe's largest airlines on a ‘self-employment’ contract, I managed to secure new direct employment with a well-respected Long Haul Legacy airline, a career move I had been celebrating earlier this year.

The importance of European aviation to society is multifold: it provides significant economic¹ contributions, as well as builds connectivity – within the EU and towards the rest of the world.

Because of the effects of COVID-19, the sector is currently facing an unprecedented crisis both at

If ever there was a doubt about the importance of helicopter operations, COVID-19 completely erased it. While almost everybody is advised (or ordered) by the authorities to stay at home and keep a proper distance to avoid spreading the virus, we – helicopter pilots – still crawl into our

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, many among us are still operating flights, be it as a skeleton service, rescue or cargo missions. Since so many authorities have published guidance to limit spreading of the virus – covering different areas in more detail – and some incorrect

While the fixed wing industry across the world is in freefall, Helicopter Search and Rescue services are still needed – pandemic or not. This is why, together with the rest of the crew of the Irish Coast Guard, we keep working on an ‘operations and essential training only’ basis to limit