FlySafair cabin crew strike takes off — But flights still on schedule

Cape Town – FlySafair cabin crew, represented by the South African Cabin Crew Association, have gone on strike demanding higher wages and changes to their roster.

Despite the strike, the airline says it does not expect flight disruptions, as over two-thirds of its cabin crew — including non-union members and those who accepted a 5.7% wage increase — will continue working.

FlySafair says it does not anticipate disruption to flights after the South African Cabin Crew Association (SACCA) served notice of industrial action, with about a third of the airline’s cabin crew set to strike from the evening of November 3. pic.twitter.com/K9PCeYt36z

— TAG Travel Assignment Group (@TAGTravel_Za) November 4, 2025

According to SABC News, Chief Marketing Officer Kirby Gordon confirmed that no settlement was reached but assured that all flights remain covered.

“Unfortunately, the parties did not finalise the settlements today [Monday], despite constructive engagement, as the employer initiates work stoppage that will commence from midnight. Flysafair’s full roster is, however, protected with all schedules with flights covered by non-unionist and unionist that have excepted the company’s offer,” the report quoted Gordon as saying.

WATCH | FlySafair says it does not expect flight disruptions despite the notice of industrial action. A third of SA Cabin Crew Association members plan to strike starting the evening of November 3. Economics Editor Tshepo Mongoai has more. pic.twitter.com/uEFyqxF4b6

— SABC News (@SABCNews) November 3, 2025