British Airways, union meet before next strike

British Airways held talks Friday with union leaders to try to avert 10 more days of strikes planned by cabin crews.

The talks, aimed at resolving a dispute over changes to pay and working conditions, came on the final day of a five-day walkout by staff.

Cabin crews are due to strike again beginning Sunday for five days - and for another five days from June 5 - if a solution is not found. Through that time, British Airways will offer just one flight out of Philadelphia International Airport, departing at 6:10 p.m. The airline hopes to resume a second, 9:15 p.m., flight at the conclusion of the strike, said spokesman John Lampl.

   - AP and Inquirer staff