25 Apr 2019 | 02:37 PM UTC
Belgium: Airspace to close temporarily on April 26
Belgian airspace to close during early morning of April 26 due to industrial action by air traffic controllers; confirm flight reservations
Event
Flight disruptions (delays, cancelations) are likely as authorities have announced the general closure of Belgian airspace from 01:30 to 04:30 (local time) on Friday, April 26. Officials at Skeyes announced the closure after several air traffic controllers took sick leave.
Further flight delays and cancelations remain possible in the coming days.
Advice
Individuals flying via Belgian airports are advised to monitor developments to the situation, confirm flight reservations prior to departure for the airport, and contact their airline directly for more information.
