Overview

• Air transport strikes on Friday, 26 September, are underway nationwide, with a high number of cancellations and delays reported.
• Milan’s Malpensa and Linate airports are the worst affected, and passengers are urged to check flight status directly with their airlines.
• ENAC says flights must operate during protected windows from 07:00–10:00 and 18:00–21:00, with a list of guaranteed services published.
• Targeted actions include a national baggage-handler stoppage from 10:00–14:00, a full-day drivers’ strike at Milan airports, and a 24-hour security walkout at Cagliari Elmas.
• Some airline staff, including at Volotea and Wizz Air Malta, are striking; under EU rules passengers are entitled to refund or rerouting, with compensation depending on whether airline crews or external airport staff caused the disruption.