France: Flight disruptions likely at secondary and general aviation airports nationwide June 28-30 due to air traffic controller strike

Event

Flight disruptions are likely at about 67 airports across France during an air traffic controller (ATC) strike slated to begin during the early evening of June 28. The labor action will take place from 18:00 UTC June 28 through 04:00 UTC June 30 and will mainly impact only secondary and general aviation airports; such facilities both within Metropolitan France and the nation's overseas departments will likely experience flight disruptions and possible closures. Major airports will not be affected by the walk-out.

Flight cancelations and delays, as well as diversions to nearby major airports, could extend for several hours beyond the end of the strike as operators reposition aircraft and worth through passenger backlogs.

Advice

Contact air travel provider to confirm arrangements if booked to fly commercially into a secondary airport in France or by private business aircraft into a general aviation facility through June 30. Reconfirm or reschedule business appointments or ground transport arrangements if delays are anticipated.