EasyJet Cabin Crew Launch Three-Day Strike Across Spanish Bases

EasyJet cabin crew based in Spain plan to strike for three days from June 25 to 27, impacting flights at airports in Barcelona, Alicante, Malaga, and Palma de Mallorca. The 657 crew members are demanding wage increases and working conditions comparable to those at other EasyJet European bases, citing pay disparities ranging from 30% to 200% and the rising cost of living in Spain. The strike could disrupt thousands of passengers, especially as each flight typically carries around 235 passengers, though Spanish law mandates minimum service levels during strikes to limit disruption. EasyJet has stated it intends to operate normally and minimize impacts despite the strike action. The Interconfederal Mediation and Arbitration Service (SIMA) has scheduled conciliation talks in hopes of reaching an agreement and potentially canceling the strike. This strike adds to wider labor unrest in Europe affecting travel during the summer season.