Middle East conflicts stir safety fears for Europe's airline pilots

Pilot Concerns Over Safety: Wizz Air pilots have expressed anxiety about flying over conflict zones in the Middle East, particularly after tensions escalated between Iran and Israel. Despite safety assurances from the airline, many crew members feel pressured to fly routes deemed unsafe and are calling for more transparency and the right to refuse such flights.

Divergent Airline Policies: European airlines exhibit varying policies regarding flight safety over the Middle East, with some allowing crew to opt-out of risky routes while others, like Wizz Air and Ryanair, do not. This inconsistency has led to fears among pilots and cabin crew about potential dangers, especially in light of recent missile attacks and ongoing regional conflicts.