economy
March 18, 2026
Strike paralyzes Berlin airport, Air Serbia cancels today's flights
Air traffic at "Berlin Brandenburg" airport has been completely suspended due to a strike by the Verdi union.
TL;DR
- Berlin Brandenburg Airport is completely shut down due to a Verdi union strike.
- 445 flights canceled, affecting around 57,000 passengers.
- Air Serbia canceled flights between Belgrade and Berlin for March 18th.
- Public transport in Munich is also affected by the strike.
- Verdi union is demanding a 6% pay rise and an extra day off.
- Similar strikes are planned for other major cities in Germany.