# The UFO labor union has called for a one-day strike on Friday for cabin crew at Lufthansa.

*business · news · 2026-04-12 · Livemint*

## Key points

- The UFO union's strike will cause over 520 Lufthansa flight cancellations, affecting 90,000 passengers.
- Lufthansa CityLine staff are striking over severance and job protections as the unit prepares to shut down.
- Lufthansa CityLine reached a new agreement with Ver.di union, granting 20% to 35% salary increases.
- Lufthansa plans to operate over a third of its scheduled flights Friday and expects normalcy by Saturday.

**Companies:** Deutsche Lufthansa AG, Lufthansa CityLine
**Countries:** Germany

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