Approximately 140 flights will be canceled on October 9 at Brussels-Zaventem Airport / Staff strike affects approximately 20 airlines

Approximately 140 flights will be canceled on Friday, October 9, at Brussels-Zaventem Airport following a strike by staff of the service provider Alyzia. The protest is taking place on the same day as the first national demonstration of the autumn, organized in Brussels against the federal government’s austerity measures.

Alyzia serves approximately 20 airlines, including Brussels Airlines. The airport operator said that, according to the information available, approximately half of the flights handled by the provider will be able to operate. Airlines will adjust their schedules and inform passengers directly about the status of their flights and any alternatives.

No disruptions are expected for flights handled by the airport’s other service provider, Aviapartner.

The strike is linked to union protests scheduled for Friday in the Belgian capital. The socialist trade union FGTB is organizing a national demonstration, while the CSC union will protest outside the headquarters of the parties that are part of the federal government. Passengers are advised to check their flight status and airline communications in advance.