Pilots refusing to train Belfast staff face suspension
In a move that could force pilots’ unions IMPACT and IALPA to revive strike action Aer Lingus chief Dermot Mannion yesterday wrote to all pilots based in Dublin telling them a selection of pilots will be required to assist with the screening, assessment, interviewing and appraisal of candidates for the 30 pilots’ posts in Belfast.
“In the absence of co-operation from Irish Airline Pilots Association members to meet these urgent requirements, we will commence instructing relevant pilots from 10 am tomorrow,” he said.
