Italian air traffic control and ground staff strike threatens flight operations, with only essential international and island routes protected
Executive summary: Enav air traffic controllers, Assohandlers ground staff and EasyJet cabin crew initiated a strike on 5 July 2026, halting many flights at Milan Malpensa airport. The strike jeopardizes passenger travel, airline schedules and regional tourism, while only selected international and island routes remain operational under guaranteed service levels. Enav (Italian air navigation service provider), Assohandlers (ground handling consortium), EasyJet airline, Italian aviation authorities (ENAC), and affected passengers. Negotiations between unions and management are expected to resume, with possible government mediation; if unresolved, further flight disruptions could persist into the following days.
On 5 July 2026, workers at Enav, Assohandlers and EasyJet walked out in protest, disrupting air traffic at Milan Malpensa airport. While authorities guaranteed certain international and island connections, many domestic and European flights faced cancellations or delays. The action highlights ongoing labor tensions in Italy’s aviation sector and its potential ripple effects on travel and tourism.
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