Aer Lingus pilot strike set to begin on June 26

Aer Lingus’ pilots will begin strike action on June 26, 2024, according to the airline. The strike comes as IALPA pilots rejected the outcomes of two independent processes which have sought to resolve the issue. In a statement Aer Lingus said: “The IALPA have rejected the outcomes of two independent processes which have sought to resolve the issue, including a Pilot Pay Tribunal report which recommended a 3 year pay deal similar to that which has been agreed by other employee groups (i.e. an increase in consolidated pay for pilots of 12.25%, and a 1.5% unconsolidated pay increase).” The airline