Issues Safer Skies Aviation is a very safe form of transport, but accidents can be devastating. Aviation workers are experts on their industry, and they play a vital role in keeping passengers safe. In an emergency they are there to protect passengers. ETF works to ensure that all aviation workers have the training and rest needed for peak performance. We also bring workers’ perspectives to the international bodies which establish safety rules for the sector.
Campaign Just culture campaign to further improve aviation safety Workers in air traffic management are responsible for keeping thousands of people safe every day. One way to improve safety is to analyse mistakes, learn lessons and adjust procedures and processes accordingly. Therefore organisations must foster a culture in which staff know they will be treated fairly.
Campaign Our Rights - Your Safety The European Commission is encouraging member states to limit the right to strike for workers in air traffic control (ATC). This is a clear attack on a fundamental right. and also an area where the Commission has no power to intervene. ETF will not let these threats pass.
Issues The Single European Sky An EU project to streamline the management of European airspace. In practice this means moving from a purely national management of airspace and air traffic, towards a series of Functional Airspace Blocks which cross national borders
Campaign Ryanair workers raise their voice The ETF has long called for fair pay and conditions at Ryanair. Now workers are breaking the silence.
Campaign Ground Handling Campaign Don’t mess with ground handling jobs! ETF campaign for better EU regulation and fair rules on transfer of staff.
Campaign Fair Transport for Europe Our campaign for dignity at work. No to social dumping and wage exploitation in transport!
Issues A better licensing system for cabin crew Cabin crew are skilled professionals with a vital safety role. They need qualifications recognised everywhere in Europe.
Issues External Aviation Air Transport Agreements (ATAs)are international agreements between the EU and non-EU countries. These agreements can have a major impact on the European aviation sector and its workers. Fairness and a level playing field must be at the heart of all ATAs.