FlySafair confirms end of strike by some of its pilots

CAPE TOWN - FlySafair has confirmed that strike action by some of its pilots has ended.

The airline said this follows signing a formal agreement between FlySafair management and the union Solidarity.

FlySafair pilots had called for salary adjustments and an amended roster system with rest time and leave benefits.

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The agreement comes after several weeks of intensive engagement under the guidance of the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA).

FlySafair spokesperson Kirby Gordon said, "We are pleased to have reached a constructive resolution that allows us to move forward together. Returning to our full schedule will bring about much-needed capacity back to the market, which is essential to restoring fare equilibrium and making travel more affordable again for South Africans."

SOLIDARITY CALLS ON FLYSAFAIR TO REVISIT LABOUR PRACTICES

Union Solidarity has called on flySafair to review its labour practices after a 12-day strike by some of the airline's pilots.

Solidarity said FlySafair's pilots have agreed to return to work after accepting salary increases of up to 6.9% over the next four years.

The union said pilots will also receive one weekend off every six weeks, and nine weekends off per year.

Solidarity’s spokesperson, Helgard Cronjé, said there were no winners in the mediation process.

"While the agreement is an important step, there are still concerns that it only protects the most basic rights of the pilots. It is tragic that the employees needed to strike for 12 days to get a written agreement that protects only their basic rights."    

FlySafair said it's pleased to have reached a resolution for the airline to return to its full schedule.