Iberia Express reported that 96% of its scheduled flights will operate on Friday, the seventh day of the strike by cabin crew (TCP) organized by USO. The airline provided updates to keep travelers informed and minimize disruption while the walkout continues.
To mitigate the impact on customers, Iberia Express proactively canceled two round‑trip services in advance and preemptively scheduled one additional flight to Gran Canaria and another to Mallorca for Saturday. This action leaves a total of 96 flights planned for the period.
The airline’s statement noted the number of passengers affected by these cancellations and explained that many have been rebooked on Iberia Group flights, with other airlines or alternative modes of transport considered as options where suitable.
Additionally, Iberia Express has introduced a flexibility plan for all customers with a ticket through September 6. Passengers may request a date change on the same route or opt for a voucher covering the full reservation value. Status updates for individual flights can be checked at any time on the company’s website.
In its remarks, Iberia Express expressed sincere regret for the disruptions caused by the strike and extended apologies to affected travelers. The previous day, September 2, unions reported five delays and four cancellations, which the airline characterized as part of the broader labor action.
Predicted operationally, the cancellations were made in advance, and early reports indicated that 93 flights would operate across the day. The airline asserted that these services experienced no incidents related to the USO strike, and a total of 13,800 passengers were transported across that schedule.
There were eight flights delayed by more than 15 minutes due to reasons unrelated to the strike, with Iberia Express reporting an overall punctuality rate of 91.4% for the day. The carrier emphasized that these operational delays were not connected to the labor action.
Following a meeting between Iberia Express and USO on the previous Friday, no agreement had been reached, and the company urged the union to reconsider and resume negotiations. The airline called for a reaffirmation of commitment to social peace through direct, constructive dialogue at the bargaining table.
In its closing notes, Iberia Express highlighted that productive dialogue is essential and that reaching consensus requires balanced, calm discussion rather than pressure, especially during critical periods of the Collective Bargaining Agreement process. The carrier underscored its openness to hearing all proposals and hopes for a swift return to negotiations to restore normal operations and minimize future disruptions, aligning with passenger interests and safety considerations.