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21 Jun 2019 | 01:14 PM UTC

Belgium: Airspace to partially close on June 21-22

Belgian airspace to partially close June 21-22 due to shortage air traffic controllers; confirm flight reservations

Warning

Event

Flight disruptions (i.e. delays and cancelations) are possible as authorities have announced a partial closure of Belgian airspace from 23:30 (local time) on Friday, June 21, to 04:30 on Saturday, June 22. Officials at Skeyes announced the closure due to a shortage of air traffic controllers. 

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.