25 May 2022 | 10:28 AM UTC
Netherlands: Flight disruptions are likely at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol through at least the end of June
Flight disruptions are likely at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Netherlands, through at least the end of June due to staff shortages.
Event
Disruptions at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) are likely to continue through at least the end of June, as the airport struggles with increased passenger traffic and staff shortages. Thousands of flights have been delayed or canceled in recent weeks; 450 were delayed and 75 were canceled May 23. Staff shortages have been exacerbated by industrial action, with KLM baggage handlers participating in two wildcat strikes in late April and early May, and airport staff refusing to work overtime amid allegations of poor working conditions and low pay.
In addition to flight disruptions, staff shortages may result in overcrowding and tensions between passengers and security personnel. One such incident resulted in a brawl May 22, leading to police intervention and a wildcat strike by airport security.
Advice
Plan for delays if transiting AMS through end of June. Reconfirm the status of flights before travel. Heed the instructions of airport officials.
