Earlier this week I had mentioned the potential for crippling ATC strikes throughout Europe that would have wreaked havoc with Air Travel in June and July. Fortunately, cooler heads have prevailed since that announcement and it now appears that the threat of strikes has been greatly diminished.
In an announcement today, several unions in Europe who represent ATC employees have indicated their willingness to continue negotiations. At the heart of the matter is the EU proposal that seeks to centralize Air Traffic Control under one EU umbrella rather than each country having its own ATC system. ATC workers fear that such a consolidation would lead to widespread job loss, which would most likely be the case should centralization take place.
For now, it seems that summer travel should be ‘safe’ since the LH pilot’s union has agreed to arbitration and it looks like ATC strike threat has abated as well.
Welcomed news just in time for my trip to the Austrian Grand Prix later in June!
Beginning in 2016, Passengers travelling on Austrian will notice a subtle, yet obvious change to the uniforms that will be worn by Cabin Crew and other OS employees who typically wear uniforms.
The new uniforms retain some of the current look and red will continue to be the main color of most outfits. However, the new style takes on an edgier and more modern look thanks to the vision of Vienna native Marina Hoermanseder whose design was selected by OS.
At stake, however, is the decision on whether or not the red shoes or stockings continue to be part of the uniform. AUSTRIAN has asked their female employees who wear the uniform to vote on whether or not to continue with red shoes and stockings when the new uniforms are introduced.
A sneak peak at the new look along with a behind the scenes video featuring the designer and the photo shoot:
