Belgian air traffic controllers strike 24 nights; minister dispute over jurisdiction

Air traffic controllers at Skeyes, Belgium's air navigation service provider, have activated a strike notice for 24 nights from September 16 to October 10, 2026, after Monday's conciliation failed. The dispute involves a jurisdictional clash: Walloon minister Neven calls for dialogue, while federal minister Crucke cites the 1989 cooperation agreement, which assigns air safety to the federal government and funding of services to the regions. The strike will disrupt night-time air traffic, affecting airports and airlines, with no immediate resolution in sight.