Message for U.S. Citizens: Italy, General Strike of Airport Personnel on February 21, 2014 from 13:00 to 17:00
There will be a general strike of airport personnel on Friday, February 21, 2014 from 13:00-17:00 in Italy.
Although international flights are usually exempt from such situations, a few delays may occur due to lack of ground/security personnel. It is the advisable to check directly with the airline company of interest for schedules and updates.
The U.S. Embassy in Rome will not be held responsible for last-minute changes by the authorities and advises all U.S. citizens to check the media for schedules and updates.
Source of info and further strikes: http://www.mit.gov.it/mit/site.php?p=scioperi