A national strike is set for Friday, October 9, 2026, at Brussels Airport involving ground handling staff from Alyzia. The industrial action will disrupt operations primarily through Alyzia’s employee participation in the walkout.
Flight Cancellations and Airline Impact
Approximately 140 flights are expected to be cancelled at Brussels Airport on October 9 as a result of the strike. These cancellations represent about half of the operations usually managed by Alyzia. A total of 21 airlines will be affected by the grounded flights. Meanwhile, Aviapartner’s ground handling activities at Brussels Airport are expected to continue without interruption during the strike.
Effect on Passengers and Airport Operations
Passengers traveling through Brussels Airport on
October 9 will face substantial flight cancellations and operational delays due to the strike by Alyzia ground staff. The airport confirmed on Tuesday that these disruptions would considerably impact scheduled flights, with around half of Alyzia’s flights cancelled. Aviapartner’s unaffected operations may provide limited relief, but the overall capacity at the airport will be significantly reduced during the strike day.
