Back in the 90s the European aviation industry was liberalised, coming from a purely national to a “European” system within a relatively short period of time. The passengers were happy about new choices, cheaper air fares & more connections. The aircraft manufacturers sold more of their

Ryanair pilots continue to write history – this time with the support and under the coordination of pilot associations from across Europe. A new ambitious protocol, setting up the Ryanair Transnational Pilot Group (RTPG), was adopted unanimously, on 17 March, during an ECA Conference in

In the past years, the industry couldn’t care less about young pilots entering the profession. They were seen as “cash cows” by the training schools, certain airlines and broker agencies. In fact, a whole new industry was born that can churn out many more young pilots than the industry

Random alcohol testing of air crews is coming to Europe. The introduction of this new rule – once approved by the European Parliament – will happen no later than 2020. At the end of February, the EU Member States in the so-called ‘EASA Committee' approved a set of rules, including random

Aviation workers sometimes face similar problems and sticking together is their best bet when confronting government or employer. Croatian pilots can speak from experience. In 2013, pilots and cabin crew joined forces for a mid-season strike, effectively forcing their airline to finally

We interviewed 4 female pilots who not only chose to become part of the modest “5% of female pilots” in Europe but shattered stereotypes, redefined roles and became the voice of pilots. All 4 of them are active pilot union representatives who dedicate much of their ‘personal’ time to

The company's goal with its exemplary and disproportionate sanctions is to intimidate the pilot community and thereby prevent any future attempts to defend labour rights. Disciplinary proceedings and dismissals constitute a serious violation of the fundamental rights of Colombian pilots to

La Asociación Europea de Pilotos (ECA en sus siglas en inglés) – que representa 38.000 pilotos en 37 países europeos- condena firmemente el despido masivo de pilotos y la apertura de expedientes disciplinarios contra los pilotos de la Asociación Colombiana de Aviadores Civiles “ACDAC”)

What was feared – and anticipated by many of you – has happened. Two pilots who invested significant efforts in organising and uniting the pilot community lost their jobs and income. After a thorough assessment, the ECA Board authorised the use of the #PIlotUnity fund  to support your

Ryanair’s sudden U-turn and willingness to talk to unions dazzled the industry. Amid all the media-hype that followed, one real success story of employee relations and transnational collective bargaining remained out of the spotlight. easyJet and its pilots – under the easyJet Pilot Group

Modern management keeps instructing employees that efficiency and productivity are the most important factors of successful companies today. The number of employees needs to fit exactly the amount of work that must be covered. And these employees need to be always aware of a responsible