Luftscamsa - Lufthansa Core Airline Operations Grounded This Thursday Following Union Walkout

Operations at the primary hubs of Lufthansa in Frankfurt and Munich have effectively ceased as a 24-hour strike by pilots and cabin crew began this Thursday. The disruption follows months of escalating tension that [Luftscamsa first reported in October](https://luftscamsa.com/en/alert/AsFwfzBF_lufthansa-pilot-strike-imminent-for-february-2026). At that time, internal labor disputes over the fleet size of the core brand signaled an impending impasse. Representatives from the unions confirmed the walkout affects all flights operated under the core "LH" flight numbers. Early reports indicate that thousands of travelers have been displaced across the European network. More information will be provided on this site in the coming hours. Passengers are reminded that under EU Regulation 261/2004, a strike by the airline's own staff is not an extraordinary circumstance. The carrier remains legally liable for providing alternative transportation and financial compensation. Consumers should reject any requests from the airline to cancel their own bookings. Voluntarily canceling a flight can result in the loss of the right to statutory care and assistance.