Lufthansa and pilots’ union VC has reached an 11th hour deal in a wage dispute to avert a second strike planned for today (Wednesday) and tomorrow.
The agreement comes after a strike at the German carrier last week forced the cancellation of hundreds of flights.
The Vereinigung Cockpit (VC) pilots’ union said it had agreed the basis of a comprehensive package of monetary and structural issues which would be fleshed out in the next few days.
It gave no further details but said it was sufficient for a strike due to begin on Wednesday to be called off.
Marcel Groels, responsible for the union’s collective bargaining policy, said: ”We are pleased that a result was reached at the negotiating table and that further disruption for customers, employees and companies could be avoided.
“Today important first steps have been taken towards a long-term cooperation.”
Lufthansa, which had earlier said it would make an improved offer on Tuesday, said the agreement meant flights could take place as planned in the next few days.
“We are pleased we were able to reach a solution in constructive talks with the Vereinigung Cockpit pilots’ union,” the national carrier said in a statement, giving no details of the deal.