Flights resumed with volunteers
The airline returned to the route on August 3 after a five month pause, and volunteers operated the first flights. ACV Puls says the company is abandoning an earlier agreement because interest is insufficient. An airline spokesperson said the intention had always been to return gradually to normal crew scheduling.
The dispute joins safety and conscience
The union points to Belgian advice against nonessential travel to Israel and to ethical objections among some workers. It asks that employees be allowed to refuse without financial, professional, or disciplinary consequences. The demand raises the question of where ordinary duties end on a politically and physically contested route.
The airline emphasizes operating responsibility
Brussels Airlines says safety remains its highest priority regardless of crew scheduling. The company does not consider itself a political actor and makes decisions according to security conditions and demand. It currently operates three flights a week to Tel Aviv. The union disputes whether that framework adequately protects an individual worker.
The strike has not yet begun
A strike notice creates room for negotiations and does not automatically cancel flights. The result could affect passenger planning and the approach of other European carriers. The central issue will be whether the parties agree on volunteers, risk assessment, or a special procedure for conscientious objections.
