European Travel Disrupted by Coordinated Strikes During Easter Period
Air and ground transport strikes in Greece, Italy, and the UK halt flights, delay services, and spark uncertainty for holiday travelers.
- Greek air traffic controllers have launched a 24-hour strike on April 9, grounding all commercial flights at Athens International Airport.
- EasyJet flight attendants in Italy are striking for four hours on April 9, affecting flights at Milan and Naples airports.
- UK transport disruptions include strikes by Heathrow assistance workers and British Airways cleaners, with Gatwick ground handling staff set to strike later this Easter weekend.
- Greek airlines Aegean and Olympic Air are offering flexible ticket changes for passengers, but some measures hinge on pending legal decisions regarding the strikes.
- A six-week strike notice from the French rail union SUD-Rail raises concerns about further travel delays during the Easter period.