Flight cancellations or delays due to airline strikes can be annoying, but there is good news for passengers. There is a regulation called EU 261 that protects you. It stipulates that airlines are required to issue compensation if your flight is cancelled or delayed because of a strike. In this article, we will explain what the EU 261 regulation is and how it can help you.
Passenger Rights Under EU 261/2004
Now let’s explore the details of EU Regulation 261/2004. In the following sections, you will discover your rights to compensation and what advantages you can expect in the event of a flight disruption.
Right to Compensation
The European Union regulation stipulates that if you are protected by the EU 261/2004, you have a right to claim compensation if a wildcat or planned strike by airline workers affects your flight. It’s important to note, that both cases do not qualify as “extraordinary circumstances” which are events outside the airline’s control.
Avelo Airlines Flight Cancellation Compensation
In line with EU Regulation 261, you can receive compensation of up to €600 if your flight is cancelled and the airline does not notify you about the cancellation within two weeks before your scheduled travel date.
However, as it often happens, there are exceptions you should be aware of. In particular, the airline is entitled to refuse compensation if they choose to offer you an alternative flight. However, this flight must also meet specific requirements:
- If your flight is over 3,500 km, your replacement flight must arrive at the point of destination with a delay of less than 4 hours;
- If your flight is 1,500-3,500 km, your replacement flight must arrive at the point of destination with a delay of less than 3 hours;
- If your flight is less than 1,500 km, your replacement flight must arrive at the point of destination with a delay of less than 2 hours.
If you agreed to the alternative flight provided by the airline but reached your final destination later than originally scheduled, you are still eligible to claim compensation.
The primary factors that affect the amount of compensation are the flight distance and the delay time. See the table below for compensation amounts:
| Under 2 hours | 2-3 hours | 3-4 hours | Over 4 hours | Never arrived | Distance |
| €125 | €250 | €250 | €250 | €250 | All flights 1,500 km or less |
| €200 | €200 | €400 | €400 | €400 | Internal EU flights over 1,500 km |
| €200 | €200 | €400 | €400 | €400 | Non-internal EU flights 1,500 km- 3,500 km |
| €300 | €300 | €300 | €600 | €600 | Non-internal EU flights over 3,500 km |
Avelo Airlines Flight Delay Compensation
Delays caused by airline strikes of any duration can be frustrating and may seriously affect your plans. You are entitled to compensation if the flight delay caused by an airline strike lasts at least three hours.
As for the possible compensation amount that passengers can expect, there are two important things to consider: the duration of the delay and the flight distance. Check the table below for compensation amounts:
| Less than 3 hours | Between 3-4 hours | Over 4 hours | Distance |
| €0 | €250 | €250 | All flights up to 1500 km |
| €0 | €400 | €400 | All flights between 1500 km and 3500 km |
| €0 | €400 | €400 | All intra-EU flights over 3500 km |
| €0 | €300 | €600 | All non-EU flights over 3500 km |
Ticket Refund or Alternative Transportation
In the rare situations when a passenger’s flight is either cancelled or delayed for 5 or more hours, the passenger has more significant rights. You have two options to select from:
- You can refuse the delayed or cancelled flight and choose a full refund, meaning that you will also cancel your planned trip, and there won’t be a financial penalty for this.
- You can agree to use an alternative flight that the airline arranges for you.
As you can see, you have the right to choose the option that meets your needs.
Right to Care
In addition to flight compensation for a disrupted flight resulting from an airline strike, passengers also have the right to care. So, the airline is required to provide passengers with food, beverages, and the opportunity to make two phone calls, fax messages, and emails. When your flight is rescheduled for the next day, the airline is required to provide you with a hotel, as well as transport from the airport to the hotel and back.
Upgrading and Downgrading
In some instances, it occurs the airline can either upgrade or downgrade your flight’s class when offering an alternative flight. In such cases, you need to know about specific rules and your rights:
In case of upgrading: if your class has been upgraded, you won’t have to pay extra for this advantage.
In case of downgrading: if your class is downgraded, the airline is obligated to reimburse you. Furthermore, the compensation in this case is determined by the distance of the flight:
- 30% of the cost of the flights that are 1,500 km or less;
- 50% of the cost of t is an intra-EU flight over 1,500 km; also, if these are all other flights that are 1,500-3,500 km;
- 75% of the cost of the flight is 3,500 km and more.
These regulations cover all flights within the EU; besides, these rules cover flights that are either departing from or arriving in the European Union on EU-based airlines.
When Are You Not Entitled to Compensation?
Unfortunately, you should be aware that in cases where the airline can’t influence or prevent the strike, there will be no compensation for passengers. Let’s take an example: any labor dispute could significantly affect aviation (it can be a national labor or air traffic strike); however, such occasions are not under an airline’s control, and it’s not their fault that this situation happens. Therefore, the airline is not obligated to pay compensation for disrupted flights.
Although many cases of strikes are not covered by EU261 and are classified as “extraordinary circumstances”, this doesn’t automatically mean that the airline will not pay compensation.
According to the ECJ ruling of 11 June 2020 (Case C-74/19), the airline must prove they have done everything possible to prevent a strike. If the airline cannot prove it, it is obliged to provide passengers compensation for flight disruptions.
Which Flights are Covered by EU 261/2004?
EU 261 covers all flights departing from European Union airports. It also applies to flights arriving in the EU if the airline originates in the EU. This includes airlines from EU countries as well as Iceland, Norway, and Switzerland.
However, Avelo Airlines is not a European airline. Therefore, they aren’t required to issue compensation if their flights operate outside the European Union. This is true even for their flights to the European Union if they start outside the EU.
| Itinerary | Covered by EU 261 |
| Flights departing from EU airports | ✔️ Yes |
| Flights arriving at EU airports | ❌ No |
How to Get Avelo Airlines Strike Compensation
Dealing with flight cancellations or delays due to strikes is always frustrating. This can not only ruin your trip but also create problems – emotional, financial, etc. To seek compensation for this inconvenience, take the following actions:
- Complete our form. You’ll need to provide flight details including your flight number, date, and the problem you faced.
- Let our experts help you. Once you submit the form, our team will manage the process. We know the EU laws well and will do our best to obtain your rightful compensation. You only pay us if we win your case.
Recent Flight Delays and Cancellations
Was your flight delayed or cancelled due to the strike? Check our table for the latest flight delays and cancellations. Assess your right to compensation using our claim checker, and let us protect your rights and pursue compensation for you.
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| Date | Flight number | Route | Status | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
09.11.202520:26 | Avelo Airlines 518 | Nashville (BNA) Wilmington (ILG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.11.202518:29 | Avelo Airlines 517 | Wilmington (ILG) Nashville (BNA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.11.202516:56 | Avelo Airlines 1025 | Nashville (BNA) New Haven (HVN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.11.202514:35 | Avelo Airlines 1024 | New Haven (HVN) Nashville (BNA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.11.202514:24 | Avelo Airlines 542 | Wilmington (ILG) Fort Lauderdale (FLL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.11.202514:05 | Avelo Airlines 305 | New Haven (HVN) Sarasota (SRQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.11.202510:22 | Avelo Airlines 324 | Fort Lauderdale (FLL) New Haven (HVN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.11.202517:19 | Avelo Airlines 466 | Tampa (TPA) New Haven (HVN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.11.202516:56 | Avelo Airlines 1025 | Nashville (BNA) New Haven (HVN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.11.202519:40 | Avelo Airlines 401 | Detroit (DTW) New Haven (HVN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.11.202518:21 | Avelo Airlines 466 | Tampa (TPA) New Haven (HVN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.11.202517:33 | Avelo Airlines 252 | Lakeland (LAL) Rochester (ROC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.11.202512:00 | Avelo Airlines 241 | Rochester (ROC) Nashville (BNA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.11.202519:49 | Avelo Airlines 486 | Charleston (CHS) New Haven (HVN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
31.10.202517:17 | Avelo Airlines 532 | Wilmington (ILG) Tampa (TPA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
31.10.202512:21 | Avelo Airlines 358 | New York (RSW) New Haven (HVN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.10.202521:16 | Avelo Airlines 1121 | West Palm Beach (PBI) (USA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.10.202518:39 | Avelo Airlines 1120 | (USA) West Palm Beach (PBI) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.10.202507:00 | Avelo Airlines 517 | Wilmington (ILG) Nashville (BNA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.10.202508:30 | Avelo Airlines 357 | New Haven (HVN) New York (RSW) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.10.202517:15 | Avelo Airlines 300 | Houston (HOU) New Haven (HVN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
26.10.202513:00 | Avelo Airlines 8523 | West Palm Beach (PBI) Richmond (RIC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
26.10.202510:15 | Avelo Airlines 9422 | (USA) West Palm Beach (PBI) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
10.10.202511:15 | Avelo Airlines 476 | Jacksonville (JAX) New Haven (HVN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
10.10.202510:11 | Avelo Airlines 346 | West Palm Beach (PBI) New Haven (HVN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.10.202520:34 | Avelo Airlines 533 | Tampa (TPA) Wilmington (ILG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.10.202517:17 | Avelo Airlines 532 | Wilmington (ILG) Tampa (TPA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.10.202516:37 | Avelo Airlines 685 | Rochester (ROC) Raleigh (RDU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.10.202514:00 | Avelo Airlines 8565 | Chicago (DAL) Phoenix (FLG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.10.202511:42 | Avelo Airlines 604 | Raleigh (RDU) Manchester (MHT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.10.202510:45 | Avelo Airlines 9517 | Nashville (BNA) Chicago (DAL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.10.202517:16 | Avelo Airlines 602 | Myrtle Beach (MYR) Manchester (MHT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.09.202520:21 | Avelo Airlines 655 | Grand Rapids (GRR) Raleigh (RDU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.09.202516:36 | Avelo Airlines 492 | Myrtle Beach (MYR) New Haven (HVN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.09.202515:50 | Avelo Airlines 421 | New Haven (HVN) Chicago (ORD) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.09.202512:40 | Avelo Airlines 324 | Fort Lauderdale (FLL) New Haven (HVN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.09.202512:11 | Avelo Airlines 466 | Tampa (TPA) New Haven (HVN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
