/ Air transport
The work in air transport is filled with challenges. Here are some of the most common problems faced by workers:
❌ Unfavorable work schedules — ground personnel often works in shifts, including night shifts and on holidays, leading to fatigue accumulation and difficulties in personal life.
❌ Stress and tension – high responsibility and the need for constant concentration.
❌ Insufficient protection when working outdoors — many employees are exposed to extreme weather conditions (cold, heat, wind) without adequate protection or suitable equipment.
❌ Safety risks – dangerous situations on board or on the ground due to overloading and staff shortages — the workload is high, and often there are not enough employees, which increases stress and the risk of errors. Work involves heavy machinery, cargo handling operations, and aircraft movement on the runway, which poses serious health and life dangers.
❌ Insufficient recognition and low pay — despite the responsibilities and hard physical work, ground personnel is often undervalued and receives lower wages compared to their efforts.
❌ Lack of social protection – limited rights and opportunities for development.
❌ Environmental challenges – the need to comply with strict environmental standards.
These problems affect not only the workers but also the quality of service provided to passengers.
FTTU stands up for the right to decent working conditions and equality for all working in the aviation sector.
Here is how we support pilots, cabin crew, ground staff, technicians, and all those who make air transport possible:
✅ Protection of labor rights – we provide legal support, draft and conclude collective labor agreements, negotiate and engage in social dialogue with airlines, airport operators, and institutions.
✅ Improvement of working conditions – through collective negotiations we agree on better working conditions both in the air and on the ground; we monitor compliance with labor and aviation legislation; we participate in working groups and advisory councils; we actively alert the competent authorities in case of violations or risks to the health and safety of aviation workers.
✅ Financial support – we provide assistance in emergencies, incidents, accidents, and serious illnesses. We ensure access to mutual aid funds – VSK and NVSK.
✅ Information and consultation – we provide up-to-date and reliable information regarding changes in labor and aviation legislation, the rights and obligations of workers, as well as opportunities for professional development, specialized courses, and training.
✅ Collective representation – your voice in negotiations with employers, airport operators, and state institutions.
