IALPA confirmed last Friday (16th February) that a majority of members voted in favour of a new pay and productivity deal with Aer Lingus. It's been reported that the deal provides for 10.9% pay increases over 33 months, dating back to last year.

In a statement issued by IALPA its president, Captain Evan Cullen, said: “The implementation of this agreement will more than address the financial losses our members have felt since the economic crisis and will reward them for the hard work they put in to make sure Aer Lingus has become the success it is today.

“This agreement between Aer Lingus and their pilot body will only strengthen their position in the aviation world, especially as they look to expand their horizons over the next few years,” he said.

IALPA is the professional representative body for airline pilots in Ireland, and a branch of Fórsa.