16 May 2023 | 02:20 PM UTC
Italy: Air transport sector workers to strike nationwide May 19
Air transport sector workers to strike nationwide in Italy May 19; reconfirm all flights.
Event
Various unions representing workers in the air transport sector plan to strike nationwide on May 19. The labor action, which includes various airline ground handling staff, airline crew, and others, is being launched over several concerns, including wages and working conditions. Various airlines will be impacted, including Air Dolomiti (EN), Volotea (V7), American Airlines (AA), and Emirates (EK). For further information, please click here.
The strike will likely lead to flight disruptions nationwide. Delays in processing at airports are also likely to occur.
Advice
Reconfirm all flights if planning to travel within or to and from Italy on May 19. Prepare for delays and disruptions at airports. Arrive at the airport well ahead of schedule. Monitor airline, airport, and civil aviation websites for further information.
