Brussels Airport Cancels All Departures October 14 Due Strike

Brussels Airport faced a bomb threat on a Brussels Airlines flight bound for Berlin, leading to the evacuation and search of the aircraft, brief runway closure, and diversion of three flights, although no explosives were confirmed and all passengers and crew were safe. The aircraft involved was an Airbus A220 operated by Air Baltic on behalf of Brussels Airlines. Separately, Brussels Airport announced it will cancel all departing passenger flights on October 14, 2025, due to a nationwide strike involving security staff and other public service workers protesting government austerity measures. This strike is expected to cause widespread disruption not only at the airport but also across Belgium's public transportation network, with airlines advising passengers to seek rebooking or refunds. The strike marks the sixth major disruption at Brussels Airport this year, reflecting ongoing tensions between labor unions and the federal government. Authorities and airline operators emphasize safety and logistical concerns as the primary reasons for the flight cancellations amid the industrial action.