Flight delays or cancellations due to airline strikes can be frustrating, but there is good news for passengers. There is a law called EU 261/2004 that protects you. It says that airlines are required to issue compensation if your flight is cancelled or delayed due to a strike. In this article, we will clarify what the EU 261 regulation is and how it can help you.
Passenger Rights Under EU 261/2004
Now let’s focus on 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 case of a flight disruption.
Right to Compensation
The European Union regulation stipulates that if you are protected by the EU 261/2004, you are entitled to seek 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.
Precision Air 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 of the flight cancellation within two weeks before your scheduled travel date.
Yet, as it often happens, there are exceptions you should be aware of. In particular, the airline has a right to refuse compensation if they decide to offer you an alternative flight. However, this flight is required to meet certain 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 you were supposed to, you are still eligible to claim compensation.
The key factors that affect the amount of compensation are the flight distance and the duration of the delay. Check 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 |
Precision Air Flight Delay Compensation
Delays due to airline strikes of any duration can be frustrating and may seriously affect your plans. You may be eligible for compensation if the flight delay caused by an airline strike lasts a minimum of three hours.
Regarding the potential compensation amount that passengers may receive, there are two key factors to consider: the duration of the delay and the flight distance. See the table provided 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 obtains more significant rights. You have two options to select from:
- You can refuse the cancelled or delayed flight and choose a full ticket 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 select the option that meets your needs.
Right to Care
In addition to flight compensation for a cancelled or delayed flight resulting from an airline strike, passengers are also entitled to the right to care. Therefore, 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 has to provide you with a hotel, as well as transportation to and from the hotel.
Upgrading and Downgrading
Occasionally it happens the airline can either downgrade or upgrade your flight’s class when offering an alternative flight. In these situations, you should understand specific rules and your rights:
In case of upgrading: if your class has been upgraded, you won’t have to pay extra for this benefit.
In case of downgrading: if your class is downgraded, the airline is obligated to reimburse you. Furthermore, the compensation here is based on 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 rules apply to all flights within the EU; besides, these regulations apply to 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 understand 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 may significantly affect aviation (such as a national labor or air traffic strike); however, such situations are not under the airline’s control, and it’s not its fault that this situation occurs. As a result, the airline is not required 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 provide compensation.
According to the ECJ ruling of 11 June 2020 (Case C-74/19), the airline must prove they have done everything possible to avoid 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 applies to all flights departing from European Union airports. It also applies to flights arriving in the EU if the airline is based in the EU. This includes airlines from EU countries as well as Iceland, Norway, and Switzerland.
However, Precision Air is not a European airline. Therefore, they are not obliged 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 Precision Air Strike Compensation
Dealing with flight cancellations or delays due to strikes is always frustrating. Such situations can spoil your trip but also create problems – emotional, financial, etc. To seek compensation for this inconvenience, take the following actions:
- Fill in this form. You’ll need to provide flight details like your flight number, date, and what went wrong.
- Let our experts help you. Once you submit the form, our team will take over. We are well-versed in the EU laws thoroughly and will strive to secure 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
08.12.202510:05 | Precision Air 4427 | Kilimanjaro (JRO) Nairobi (NBO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.12.202509:55 | Precision Air 4483 | Dar Es Salaam (DAR) Nairobi (NBO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.12.202508:20 | Precision Air 718 | Nairobi (NBO) Kilimanjaro (JRO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.12.202503:40 | Precision Air 4458 | Zanzibar (ZNZ) Dar Es Salaam (DAR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.12.202519:30 | Precision Air 720 | Kilimanjaro (JRO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.12.202521:10 | Precision Air 720 | Zanzibar (ZNZ) Dar Es Salaam (DAR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.12.202519:30 | Precision Air 720 | Kilimanjaro (JRO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.12.202514:15 | Precision Air 423 | Arusha (ARK) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.12.202521:10 | Precision Air 720 | Zanzibar (ZNZ) Dar Es Salaam (DAR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.12.202519:30 | Precision Air 720 | Kilimanjaro (JRO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.12.202514:15 | Precision Air 423 | Arusha (ARK) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.12.202509:50 | Precision Air 510 | Zanzibar (ZNZ) Arusha (ARK) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.12.202519:30 | Precision Air 720 | Kilimanjaro (JRO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.12.202504:00 | Precision Air 4439 | Kilimanjaro (JRO) Nairobi (NBO) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
03.12.202501:55 | Precision Air 4438 | Nairobi (NBO) Kilimanjaro (JRO) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
02.12.202521:10 | Precision Air 720 | Zanzibar (ZNZ) Dar Es Salaam (DAR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.12.202519:30 | Precision Air 720 | Kilimanjaro (JRO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.12.202521:10 | Precision Air 720 | Zanzibar (ZNZ) Dar Es Salaam (DAR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.11.202521:10 | Precision Air 720 | Zanzibar (ZNZ) Dar Es Salaam (DAR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.11.202519:30 | Precision Air 720 | Kilimanjaro (JRO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.11.202521:10 | Precision Air 720 | Zanzibar (ZNZ) Dar Es Salaam (DAR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.11.202519:30 | Precision Air 720 | Kilimanjaro (JRO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.11.202518:50 | Precision Air 4486 | Nairobi (NBO) Dar Es Salaam (DAR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.11.202518:00 | Precision Air 720 | Nairobi (NBO) Kilimanjaro (JRO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.11.202515:25 | Precision Air 730 | Nairobi (NBO) Kilimanjaro (JRO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.11.202514:40 | Precision Air 721 | Dar Es Salaam (DAR) Kilimanjaro (JRO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.11.202512:20 | Precision Air 4484 | Nairobi (NBO) Dar Es Salaam (DAR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.11.202503:40 | Precision Air 4458 | Zanzibar (ZNZ) Dar Es Salaam (DAR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
28.11.202521:10 | Precision Air 720 | Zanzibar (ZNZ) Dar Es Salaam (DAR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
28.11.202519:30 | Precision Air 720 | Kilimanjaro (JRO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
28.11.202514:40 | Precision Air 721 | Dar Es Salaam (DAR) Kilimanjaro (JRO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
28.11.202514:15 | Precision Air 423 | Arusha (ARK) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
28.11.202512:30 | Precision Air 422 | Dar Es Salaam (DAR) Arusha (ARK) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
28.11.202512:10 | Precision Air 4484 | Nairobi (NBO) Dar Es Salaam (DAR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
28.11.202509:50 | Precision Air 718 | Kilimanjaro (JRO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
28.11.202509:30 | Precision Air 4483 | Dar Es Salaam (DAR) Nairobi (NBO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
28.11.202507:15 | Precision Air 4482 | Nairobi (NBO) Dar Es Salaam (DAR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
26.11.202514:15 | Precision Air 423 | Arusha (ARK) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.11.202521:10 | Precision Air 720 | Zanzibar (ZNZ) Dar Es Salaam (DAR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.11.202520:50 | Precision Air 4495 | Zanzibar (ZNZ) Nairobi (NBO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.11.202519:30 | Precision Air 720 | Kilimanjaro (JRO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.11.202514:30 | Precision Air 730 | Kilimanjaro (JRO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
25.11.202511:30 | Precision Air 718 | Zanzibar (ZNZ) Dar Es Salaam (DAR) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
25.11.202510:50 | Precision Air 731 | Zanzibar (ZNZ) Nairobi (NBO) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
25.11.202509:50 | Precision Air 718 | Kilimanjaro (JRO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
25.11.202507:30 | Precision Air 4490 | Nairobi (NBO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.11.202503:40 | Precision Air 4458 | Zanzibar (ZNZ) Dar Es Salaam (DAR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.11.202501:30 | Precision Air 4458 | Nairobi (NBO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
24.11.202518:35 | Precision Air 730 | Zanzibar (ZNZ) Dar Es Salaam (DAR) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
24.11.202516:55 | Precision Air 730 | Kilimanjaro (JRO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
24.11.202513:15 | Precision Air 731 | Zanzibar (ZNZ) Nairobi (NBO) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
24.11.202503:40 | Precision Air 4458 | Zanzibar (ZNZ) Dar Es Salaam (DAR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
23.11.202514:15 | Precision Air 423 | Arusha (ARK) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
12.11.202509:10 | Precision Air 4491 | Zanzibar (ZNZ) Nairobi (NBO) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
12.11.202507:00 | Precision Air 4490 | Nairobi (NBO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
11.11.202518:40 | Precision Air 4494 | Nairobi (NBO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
11.11.202508:50 | Precision Air 416 | Kilimanjaro (JRO) Mwanza (MWZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
11.11.202507:40 | Precision Air 4490 | Nairobi (NBO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
10.11.202518:00 | Precision Air 513 | Kilimanjaro (JRO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
10.11.202516:10 | Precision Air 512 | Zanzibar (ZNZ) Kilimanjaro (JRO) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
10.11.202507:00 | Precision Air 416 | Dar Es Salaam (DAR) Kilimanjaro (JRO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.11.202520:55 | Precision Air 4487 | Dar Es Salaam (DAR) Nairobi (NBO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.11.202520:50 | Precision Air 4495 | Zanzibar (ZNZ) Nairobi (NBO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.11.202520:45 | Precision Air 513 | Kilimanjaro (JRO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
08.11.202517:05 | Precision Air 730 | Kilimanjaro (JRO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
08.11.202516:45 | Precision Air 4429 | Kilimanjaro (JRO) Nairobi (NBO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.11.202515:35 | Precision Air 730 | Nairobi (NBO) Kilimanjaro (JRO) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
08.11.202514:55 | Precision Air 4428 | Nairobi (NBO) Kilimanjaro (JRO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.11.202513:25 | Precision Air 731 | Zanzibar (ZNZ) Nairobi (NBO) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
08.11.202511:35 | Precision Air 511 | Arusha (ARK) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
08.11.202508:15 | Precision Air 4426 | Nairobi (NBO) Kilimanjaro (JRO) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.11.202520:00 | Precision Air 712 | Nairobi (NBO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.11.202517:50 | Precision Air 713 | Zanzibar (ZNZ) Nairobi (NBO) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.11.202514:20 | Precision Air 417 | Kilimanjaro (JRO) Dar Es Salaam (DAR) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.11.202512:20 | Precision Air 417 | Mwanza (MWZ) Kilimanjaro (JRO) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.11.202510:20 | Precision Air 416 | Kilimanjaro (JRO) Mwanza (MWZ) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.11.202508:30 | Precision Air 416 | Dar Es Salaam (DAR) Kilimanjaro (JRO) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
03.11.202520:00 | Precision Air 712 | Nairobi (NBO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
31.10.202507:40 | Precision Air 4490 | Nairobi (NBO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.10.202512:30 | Precision Air 4492 | Nairobi (NBO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.10.202507:40 | Precision Air 4490 | Nairobi (NBO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.10.202503:50 | Precision Air 4458 | Dar Es Salaam (DAR) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.10.202522:40 | Precision Air 720 | Zanzibar (ZNZ) Dar Es Salaam (DAR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.10.202521:00 | Precision Air 720 | Kilimanjaro (JRO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.10.202514:30 | Precision Air 730 | Kilimanjaro (JRO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
29.10.202507:40 | Precision Air 4490 | Nairobi (NBO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
28.10.202520:00 | Precision Air 712 | Nairobi (NBO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
28.10.202509:50 | Precision Air 4491 | Zanzibar (ZNZ) Nairobi (NBO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
28.10.202507:40 | Precision Air 4490 | Nairobi (NBO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
26.10.202516:10 | Precision Air 512 | Zanzibar (ZNZ) Kilimanjaro (JRO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
26.10.202512:30 | Precision Air 422 | Dar Es Salaam (DAR) Arusha (ARK) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.10.202508:20 | Precision Air 718 | Nairobi (NBO) Kilimanjaro (JRO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.10.202507:25 | Precision Air 510 | Zanzibar (ZNZ) Arusha (ARK) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
24.10.202521:20 | Precision Air 720 | Kilimanjaro (JRO) Zanzibar (ZNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
