One of the most common causes of flight disruptions is flight strikes, which can be arranged by the personnel, an airport itself, or an airline. As a passenger, you should be aware of EU Regulation 261, under which you could be entitled to Canaryfly compensation of up to 600 Euros.
Learn more to find out how you can get compensation and under what circumstances.
Your Passenger Rights
The good news is that every air traveler is protected by the EU 261 regulation. The EU 261 is a European Union regulation that sets the rules for compensation and assistance for travelers in cases of flight disruptions. Now, let’s take a closer look at air passenger rights, according to European Regulation 261:
- The airline must provide passengers with information about their rights;
- In the event of flight cancellation, a passenger has the right to select one of the following options: either a ticket refund or rerouting to the final destination under similar conditions. To receive a Canaryfly refund, passengers must have a confirmed reservation;
- Passengers can expect to receive food and beverages; they are also entitled to have two free phone calls, e-mails, or faxes;
- If you choose an alternative flight, and it involves an overnight stay, the airline is obligated to provide hotel accommodation, as well as transportation between the the hotel and airport;
- Compensation from 250 to 600 euros per passenger.
When You Are Entitled to Canaryfly Strike Compensation
Often, Canaryfly strikes involve their workers. These could be pilots, engineers, flight attendants, or any other crucial personnel. As you’re now aware, you can seek airline strike compensation, if your travel was disrupted. The compensation will then cover the inconvenience you faced because of the strike.
It is also crucial to understand what “extraordinary circumstances” are. These are events beyond the airline’s control. If a strike is considered one of these circumstances, the airline is not obliged to provide compensation. It is important to note if a staff strike occurs, the airline could have potentially foreseen and handled such incidents, thus these situations are within the airline’s control. That is when flight disruptions are caused by the airline’s own employees, these are not cases of extraordinary circumstances. Consequently, passengers have a right to claim flight compensation.
However, you need to be aware that each incident is unique, meaning that every flight disruption caused by a strike must be carefully analyzed to determine whether the airline will provide compensation.
Canaryfly Strike Compensation
Before claiming the airline strike compensation, you need to know about the criteria and the amount of compensation you might receive.
Canaryfly Strike Flight Delay Compensation
If your flight was delayed by more than 3 hours due to the Canaryfly strike, you are entitled to compensation of up to €600 per passenger under EU 261. Keep in mind that the amount of compensation depends on the distance of the flight and the time of delay.
For more details on the amount of compensation, see the table below:
| 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 |
Canaryfly Strike Flight Cancellation Compensation
If your flight was cancelled and the airline informed you less than 14 days before your scheduled travel, you could receive compensation of up to €600 under EU 261. However, in some cases, the airline might not have to pay compensation if it offers an alternative flight to your final destination that meets certain criteria listed below:
| Advance Notice | Re-routing Requirements |
| 14 Days | None |
| 7 – 13 Days | Alternative flight departing no more than 2 hours before and arriving less than 4 hours after the original flight |
| Less than 7 Days | Alternative flight departing no more than 1 hour before and arriving less than 2 hours after the original flight |
Importantly, if you used an alternative flight but your final arrival time at your destination was still delayed, you can claim compensation.
The amount of the compensation is determined by the flight distance and the time of delay in arriving at the final destination. Take a look at the table below for additional information:
| 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 |
Which Canaryfly Flights Are Covered by EU261?
EU261 regulation covers every flight departing from EU airports, regardless of the airline, as well as flights arriving in the EU from non-EU countries if they are operated by EU airlines. It also applies to flights to and from Norway, Switzerland, and Iceland.
The following table shows which Canaryfly flights are protected by EU 261/2004:
| Itinerary | Covered by EU 261 |
| Flights departing the EU airports | ✅ Covered |
| Flights arriving at the EU airports | ✅ Covered |
How to Claim Canaryfly Strike Compensation
If you have encountered flight delays or cancellations at least once, you understand how irritating it can be.
Travelers who encounter any of these issues are entitled to claim Canaryfly compensation, according to European Union regulations. Follow these steps to claim compensation:
- Fill in this form. You’ll need to provide details including your flight number, date, and what went wrong.
- Let our experts help you. Once you submit the form, our team will take over. We know the EU laws comprehensively and will strive to get you your compensation. You only incur a fee 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
07.01.202619:25 | Canaryfly 738 | (ACE) (LPA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202616:45 | Canaryfly 549 | (ACE) (TFN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202615:30 | Canaryfly 733 | (LPA) (ACE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202614:30 | Canaryfly 731 | (LPA) (ACE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202613:15 | Canaryfly 730 | (ACE) (LPA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202613:05 | Canaryfly 547 | (ACE) (TFN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202612:00 | Canaryfly 729 | (LPA) (ACE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202611:45 | Canaryfly 546 | (TFN) (ACE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202610:30 | Canaryfly 727 | (LPA) (ACE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.01.202620:30 | Canaryfly 468 | (SPC) (TFN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.01.202619:00 | Canaryfly 668 | (TFN) (LPA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.01.202618:05 | Canaryfly 375 | (FUE) (TFN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.01.202618:00 | Canaryfly 455 | (SPC) (TFN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.01.202618:00 | Canaryfly 548 | (TFN) (ACE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.01.202617:00 | Canaryfly 454 | (TFN) (SPC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.01.202616:45 | Canaryfly 549 | (ACE) (TFN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.12.202518:10 | Canaryfly 876 | (FUE) (LPA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.12.202517:00 | Canaryfly 875 | (LPA) (FUE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.12.202519:30 | Canaryfly 783 | (LPA) (ACE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.12.202515:20 | Canaryfly 733 | (LPA) (ACE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.12.202514:30 | Canaryfly 731 | (LPA) (ACE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.12.202513:15 | Canaryfly 730 | (ACE) (LPA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.12.202513:05 | Canaryfly 547 | (ACE) (TFN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
