Italy: Aviation sector strikes on July 26

Event

Various aviation sector strikes are set to take place on Wednesday, July 26, between 13:00 and 17:00 (local time). Groups participating in the four-hour strike include air traffic controllers throughout the country, Alitalia pilots and cabin crews, and personnel at the Verona (VRN) and Milan (MXP and LIN) international airports. Flight delays and cancelations are likely during and following this period, along with increased waiting times at check-in, baggage drop-off/claim, and security checkpoints at affected airports.

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 of potentially affected flights and to contact their airlines for more information.