At least 140 flights scheduled at Brussels Airport on Friday, October 7, 2026, are expected to be cancelled due to a Belgian nationwide strike. Staff from the ground handling company Alyzia are participating in the walkout, contributing to the cancellations.
The airport announced flight cancellations related to the strike but did not specify the total number of affected flights. Belgian media sources reported the figure of at least 140 cancellations, while a Brussels Airport spokesperson was not immediately available to confirm these numbers.
Flight Disruptions Linked to Alyzia Strike at Brussels Airport
The strike has led to multiple ground handling disruptions at Brussels Airport, where Alyzia employees have joined
the nationwide industrial action. This involvement has intensified the impact on flights departing from and arriving at the Belgian hub.
