Travelers planning trips between Europe and Australia are facing potential disruptions due to an ongoing strike by Qantas engineers. While the strike primarily affects domestic flights within Australia, it has a ripple effect on international connections, including those from European cities like London, Paris, and Frankfurt.
Over 1,000 Qantas engineers have walked off the job during peak travel hours in a dispute over pay. The strike is particularly impacting critical maintenance tasks like towing and marshalling aircraft and conducting essential pre-flight safety checks. This disruption is expected to affect flights across major Australian cities including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, and Perth.
While Qantas has assured passengers that they have contingency plans in place to minimize disruptions, travelers may still face delays, particularly for connecting flights. To stay informed, passengers are encouraged to monitor flight statuses through official airline communications, airport websites, and the Qantas website, which provides real-time updates.
This strike adds to existing travel challenges in Europe, with recent strikes by French air traffic controllers and labor disputes involving airlines like Lufthansa and KLM causing widespread delays and cancellations. This creates further strain on international travel routes between Europe and Australia.
Passengers are advised to stay updated on flight statuses and potential rescheduling options through official channels like the Qantas website and European airport notifications. For the latest information on flight delays and cancellations, visit the following resources:
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Qantas official updates:
[Qantas Travel Alerts](https://www.qantas.com/au/en/travel-information/travel-alerts.html)*
