Johannesburg – FlySafair is pleased to confirm that the airline and the South AfricanCabin Crew Association (SACCA) have reached an agreement, bringing an end to alabour dispute that has extended over the past several weeks.
The conclusion of this process marks the achievement of extended multi-year agreements with both unions representing FlySafair’s pilots and cabin crew, ensuringlabour stability among crew for the next four years.
The final agreement reached with SACCA is materially similar to the proposal tabled bythe company last Friday.While the company notes with some regret that earlier acceptance would have sparedunion members the hardship of a further unpaid week, FlySafair reiterates its fullrespect for the collective bargaining process and the rights of employees to engage innegotiation through their chosen representatives.
The airline also extends its sincere appreciation to the CCMA commissioners whoplayed a pivotal role in facilitating discussions between the parties.
Their professionalism, commitment, and tireless efforts throughout this process wereinstrumental in helping reach a fair and balanced resolution.Throughout the negotiations, FlySafair’s operations remained fully stable, with all flightsoperating as scheduled.
The airline now looks ahead to a period of continued growthand operational reliability as it ramps up capacity ahead of the G20 summit and thebusy festive travel season.“We’re very pleased to have reached an agreement that provides long-term stability andrecognises the valuable contribution of our cabin crew,” said Kirby Gordon, ChiefMarketing Officer at FlySafair.
“This agreement allows us to move forward with confidence into an important period for both the company and the broader aviationsector.”
