The Lufthansa pilots' union VC (Vereinigung Cockpit) has announced a planned 24-hour strike starting on Thursday, February 12, which is expected to disrupt all outgoing flights from German airports. This strike is a result of ongoing disputes over better pension benefits and improved working conditions within Lufthansa's subsidiaries. The announcement has been made just as discussions between the union and Lufthansa continue, though no agreement has been reached.

The union had previously voted in September in favor of striking as a pressure tactic to secure better conditions for its members. This call for action emphasizes the urgency of the pilots' demands, reflecting broader concerns in the aviation sector regarding labor rights and the pressures faced by airline workers. The strike serves as a significant reminder of the challenges facing the airline industry, particularly in light of recent disruptions and economic pressures.

As the strike approaches, airline passengers are left in uncertainty about their travel plans, raising questions about possible cancellations and delays at airports. The union's actions may prompt other airline employees across Europe to reconsider their working conditions as well, as the situation highlights a growing trend of labor activism in the post-pandemic recovery phase of the aviation industry.