Italy: Some May 28 aviation sector strikes called off /update 1

Event

A national air traffic controller (ATC) strike planned for Sunday, May 28, has been called off. However, a local ATC strike is still set to take place at Padua International Airport (QPA) from 13:00 to 17:00 (local time). Furthermore, a strike by pilots and cabin crew at Alitalia is still currently scheduled to occur between 10:00 and 18:00; the airline has already canceled a number of flights in advance. Further cancelations along with flight delays are to be anticipated.

Context

Transportation-related strikes are common in Italy and can be highly disruptive. However, in accordance with Italian law, minimum levels of services must be guaranteed during all strikes.

Advice

Travelers are advised to confirm the status their flights prior to departure to the airport and to contact their airlines for further details.