Ryanair has warned Europe about massive travel chaos as French air traffic controllers strike again this September. The airline expects up to 700 cancellations, with 125,000 passengers stranded if Brussels fails to act. Ryanair demands urgent reforms to secure flights that pass through French skies without landing there. The airline argues that the European Commission must defend overflights to protect business and tourism across the continent.

For two years, airlines have pushed Europe to hand over high-altitude air traffic management to Eurocontrol. Ryanair insists that reforms can reduce cancellations, improve efficiency, and cut unnecessary costs for travelers. Without these measures, the strikes on September 17 and 18 will disrupt Europe’s air network during a crucial travel season. The disruption could ripple through schedules, forcing passengers to change plans, miss connections, and spend more on rebookings.

ATC strikes have already burdened airlines with delays and inefficiencies, while Brussels failed to deliver meaningful reforms. Ryanair highlights that Europe cannot afford another year of inaction. It calls for two immediate steps: staff controllers fully during early morning flights and protect overflights during strikes. These solutions would stabilize flight operations and reduce disruption for passengers across Europe.

Both business and leisure travelers face severe consequences if flights collapse during the strike period. Business travelers may miss key meetings and deals, while tourists risk losing planned holidays. The impact will damage airlines, passengers, and Europe’s tourism sector. Ryanair believes Brussels must intervene to keep planes moving and prevent yet another breakdown in European air travel.

Ryanair has placed the responsibility squarely on European leaders. The airline urges swift action to defend the single aviation market and restore confidence for passengers who rely on seamless air travel across Europe.

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