Incident Details
Aviation workers intend to strike for 24 hours on September 24. Workers will strike in protest of low wages and limited workplace safety standards. The strike will affect major Italian airports and airlines including but not limited to: Rome (FCO), Milan (MXP), Venice (VCE), Olbia (OLB), easyJet (U2), and Air Dolomiti (EN). Travel disruptions can be expected across Italy for the duration of the strike and in the days thereafter.
Traveler Safety
SafeAbroad travelers are advised to confirm all flights with their airlines and to expect travel delays. Contact your program leaders if you have questions. Monitor the incident via local sources.