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French Air Unions Strike Over Tax Increase

French air unions plan a strike to protest a proposed €1 billion tax increase on air travel, but major airlines anticipate minimal disruption.

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Alexandre BoissyPascal De IzaguirreChristine Ourmières-WidenerFrançois Durovray

What is the projected impact of the strike on major French airlines?: The planned strike is in protest of the French government's proposal to increase taxes on air transport by €1 billion. The unions argue this will harm the industry's competitiveness and job security.
What concessions, if any, has the French government made in response to union concerns?: The French National Federation of Aviation and its Trades (Fnam) held a press conference to address the situation, and representatives from various airlines expressed their perspectives and expectations concerning the planned strike and potential disruptions.
What is the main reason behind the planned strike by air navigation staff unions in France?: Air France-KLM, Air Caraïbes, French Bee, and Corsair airlines do not anticipate significant disruptions to their flight schedules despite a call for mobilization by air navigation staff unions.
Which unions are involved in the call for mobilization, and what actions are they planning?: While several unions have called for a strike and demonstration, the major airlines currently expect minimal impact on their operations. The government has partially conceded by limiting the tax increase to one year and excluding overseas territories.
What are the government's stated justifications for the proposed tax increase on air transport?: The increased tax is intended to contribute to the state's finances and to address environmental concerns related to aviation's carbon emissions.

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