The FAA Issues Airline Guidance on Recalled Devices Following the official recall of Samsung Galaxy Note 7 phones, the US Department for Transportation has banned the use of these phones if you are flying to or from the United States. Please click HERE for guidance and further information form the FAA regarding this matter.
French Air Traffic Controllers Strike Action
French Air Traffic Controllers from 17:00 on 14th September until 04:00 on 16thSeptember.
Industrial action in Portugal– Saturday 27th August
Industrial action in Portugal– Saturday 27th August 2016 Trade unions representing airport security workers across Portugal are threatening to hold industrial action at some airports. We advise anyone flying from Portugal on Saturday to allow extra time to make their way through the airport. The situation may be liable to change at short notice, so please keep checking the status …
Strike Action – Eurostar UK
Eurostar UK Train Managers have given notice of strike action in the coming weeks. Unions are advising the strike action will take place in two blocks over two weekends, from 12th Aug to 15th Aug, and from 27th Aug to 29th Aug.
Travel News – Dubai
Dubai International Airport will resume departure operations starting 18.30 UAE local time with larger aircraft given first priority.
Travel News – Dubai
Take-offs and landings at Dubai Airport have been suspended, with flights being diverted following an earlier incident.
Travel Disruption – Hong Kong
Flight departures and arrivals at Hong Kong International Airport will be suspended from 10pm on August 1 till 2pm on August 2, due to Typhoon Nida.
Air France
Air France Cabin Crew will begin a week-long strike commencing tomorrow 27th July. It is currently unclear how much of an impact this industrial action will have, but travelers should be prepared for flight delays and cancellations. Travelers are advised to confirm the status of their flights prior to departure for the airport.
Travel News – Italy
Nationwide strikes are set to affect travellers using Italy’s airports and railways this weekend. Unless averted, flight delays and disruptions are expected. Travellers are encouraged to check the status of their flight before departure.
Alitalia Travel News
Alitalia pilots and flight attendants will hold a national strike on July 5 between 11am and 3pm.