Aviation News – Lufthansa flights across Germany were severely disrupted overnight as pilots and cabin crew launched coordinated strike action, forcing the country’s largest airline to ground hundreds of aircraft and cancel extensive services, affecting thousands of passengers nationwide.
The walkout, confirmed by a spokesperson for the UFO cabin crew union, began during the night and is set to last throughout the day. The industrial action involves both cockpit and cabin staff and follows an escalating labor dispute over pay and working conditions. Lufthansa has warned of “extensive flight cancellations,” though the exact number of suspended connections has not yet been disclosed. The strike represents one of the most significant disruptions to the carrier’s schedule this year.
As crews stay off duty, large parts of the airline’s domestic and European network have been curtailed, with long-haul services also facing delays and cancellations. Aircraft remain parked at major hubs including Frankfurt and Munich, limiting capacity and straining rebooking systems. The operational impact extends beyond Lufthansa itself, with knock-on effects expected across airports and partner airlines as passengers seek alternatives.