Aer Lingus Pilots Escalate Pay Dispute with Indefinite Work-To-Rule and Strike Action

Aer Lingus pilots have begun an indefinite work-to-rule and an 8 hour strike planned on Saturday in an ongoing pay dispute with the airline. The Irish Air Line Pilots Association is calling for a 24% pay rise for its members. Over 270 flights have been canceled so far by Aer Lingus due to the industrial action. All UK regional and transatlantic flights are still scheduled to operate. Aer Lingus and IALPA met with Ireland's Labour Court but did not reach a resolution. The Court will review the matter again in July.