Offshore flights disrupted as helicopter staff strike

The union have accused management at the helicopter firm of showing contempt for staff

Pilots and crew at a major North Sea helicopter operator say they are prepared to continue strike action for “as long as it takes” in a dispute over pay.

Flights to rigs have been disrupted and search and rescue services impacted as members of the BALPA union – working at Bristow – have walked out again this week.

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