21 Nov 2018 | 01:07 AM UTC
Libya: Nationwide strike causes flight disruptions at MRA November 20
Nationwide strike causes flight disruptions at Misrata International Airport (MRA) as of November 20; continuing flight delays and cancelations expected over the coming days
Event
Employees of Libya's Civil Aviation Authority were participating in a nationwide strike as of Tuesday, November 20, demanding higher pay. Resulting flight delays and cancelations have been reported at Misrata International Airport (MRA); no significant flight disruptions have been reported at Tripoli's Mitiga International Airport (MJI) due to the strike. Further flight delays and cancelations are to be expected at MRA over the coming days and flight disruptions remain possible at MJI.
Advice
Individuals traveling via MRA and MJI are advised to confirm the status of their flights prior to departure for the airport and contact their airlines for further information.
