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Europe Daily Bulletin No. 9706

18 July 2008
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GENERAL NEWS / (eu) eu/transport
Pilots criticise incorrect application of new working time rules

Brussels, 17/07/2008 (Agence Europe) - On Wednesday 16 July new rules on flight working time and meals for airline pilots. This change has occurred with passengers barely noticing it but it is crucial for pilots who now have a harmonised framework requiring their employers to respect minimum standards and help prevent fatigue provoking risks to passenger safety. According to ECA (European Cockpit Association), despite a transition period of 18 months for member states and airlines to update...

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