23 Jun 2022 | 04:35 PM UTC
France: Air traffic controllers' strike announced in Marseille Area Control Center June 25-27
Air traffic controllers at Marseille Area Control Center, France, to strike June 25-27; flight disruptions likely.
Event
The European Organisation for the Safety of Air Navigation (Eurocontrol) has issued a notice that air traffic control (ATC) staff at the Marseille Area Control Center (ACC) intend to stage industrial action 06:30 June 25-06:30 June 27. The notice stated that a minimum level of service would be provided in the Marseille Flight Information Region (FIR).
Unless averted, the action will likely lead to flight delays and cancellations. Further information regarding the level of disruption will likely be announced once the degree of staff participation in the strike becomes clear.
Advice
Contact airlines to confirm flight status if booked to fly via airports in southeastern France June 25-27. Do not check out of accommodations until onward travel is confirmed. Arrive at the airport early to prevent your seat from being allocated to a standby passenger.
