Air travel disruptions are expected to begin during the All Saints' Day holiday in early October due to a planned five-day strike by aviation workers. Six unions representing both cabin crew and pilots have officially announced the strike, which will run from Saturday, October 17, to Wednesday, October 21, at 11:59 PM. The strike is a response to a proposed reform of the rules combining employment and retirement, which is set to take effect on January 1, 2026. This reform is expected to significantly impact the financial benefits of those who work after retiring. Under the proposed changes, individuals who retire before the legal age of 64 and return to work will have their full income deducted from their pension. Between the age of 64 and 67, those who continue working will see their pension reduced by 50% of the income earned above a certain threshold. This makes continuing to work after retirement financially unattractive for many. However, after the age of 67, it will be possible to combine employment and retirement without penalty. The aviation workers argue that this reform is unfair and does not consider the unique nature of their profession. Flight crew members must undergo regular medical checks, and the Transport Code sets an age limit for those in these roles. The unions believe that the reform unfairly penalizes them, especially since they may retire early due to health issues. They also criticize the government for not recognizing these specific constraints and for applying general employment rules to their profession. The unions argue that they are not covered by existing legal protections that exclude other professions, such as those in civil security and public transport, from similar reforms. Additionally, pilots and flight attendants contribute to a separate pension fund, the CRPN, which is not funded by the state. Despite these points, the unions feel that the reform could still impact their pensions. While discussions between the unions and the government have continued for months, the proposed solutions have been seen as inadequate. However, the unions have left the door open for further negotiations.