Answer given by Ms Bulc on behalf of the Commission

11.5.2016

1. The Commission has been informed recently by pilots' organisations about pay-to-fly schemes used by certain European airlines. The Commission services are currently investigating this specific matter.

2. The Commission has so far not received clear evidence as to the impact of this employment model on safety.

3. Based on the information and data collected, the nature and extent of the phenomenon will be assessed and the need for targeted action discussed at the appropriate level.