Ghent study on atypical employment - fill in survey (Europe pilots and cabin crew)

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Ten years ago, a crucial University of Ghent study first examined atypical employment among Europe's pilots and cabin crew. The study revealed more than 1 in 6 pilots in Europe are “atypical” employees, i.e., working through a temporary work agency, as self-employed, or on a zero-hour contract with no minimum pay guaranteed (no flight = no pay). The majority of these pilots were working for low-cost airlines. This sparked discussions and policy shifts in European aviation labour. What's changed?

We're inviting pilots and cabin crew in Europe to join a new survey from the University of Ghent to capture current employment conditions.

This will help:

• Highlight shifts in employment trends, including self-employment and pay-to-fly practices.
• Assess COVID-19's impact on labor and airline policies.
• Investigate employment's effect on well-being, safety, and integrity.
• Identify legislative changes for sustainable, transparent aviation employment.
• Understand cross-border employment's impact on standards.

Target audience: European pilots and cabin crew

Survey deadline: December 8, 2024

Supported by the European Commission, ECA, ETF, and ENAA, this study will guide policy changes and improve conditions for aviation professionals in Europe.

*****PPRuNe has approved the survey*****