Italy: Air traffic control personnel at Verona Villafranca Airport and nationwide Air Dolomiti flight crews to go on strike March 23

Two groups of air travel personnel plan to strike in Italy on March 23. Air Traffic Control (ATC) personnel at Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN) plan to conduct a walkout from 10:00-18:00. Additionally, Air Dolomiti (EN) cabin crews will strike during the same hours. A similar action by Air Dolomiti employees on Feb. 9 led to flight disruptions. Authorities announced that the following Air Dolomiti flights will have guaranteed service:

• EN 8827: VRN to Frankfurt (FRA)

• EN 8826: FRA to VRN

Air travel disruptions are likely for flights on all carriers at VRN and on Air Dolomiti flights nationwide March 23 and may linger for several hours after the strike ends. Picket protests are possible, particularly at VRN; heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely near any demonstrations that take place.