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Italy's air traffic cut 50% after network problems as delays spread nationwide

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The Associated Press. (2026, October 16). Italy's air traffic cut 50% after network problems as delays spread nationwide. Toronto Star. https://www.thestar.com/news/world/europe/italy-s-air-traffic-cut-50-after-network-problems-as-delays-spread-nationwide/article_db087b43-a617-5723-9af1-f8afa5895eca.html

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Italy reduced its air traffic handling capacity by 50% on Friday due to issues with the data transmission network used for air traffic control services. ENAV, Italy’s air navigation company, stated that they were employing alternative systems to manage departures but could only operate at half of their usual capacity. The company ruled out a cyberattack as the cause of the disruption.

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As of October 16, 2026, Italy reduced its national airspace capacity by 50%, resulting in significant air travel disruptions across the country. The ENAV, Italy's air navigation authority, identified overnight issues with the data transmission network supporting air traffic control services and ruled out a cyberattack. Major airports like those in Rome and Milan experienced delays and cancellations, with aviation analytics company Cirium reporting 192 flight cancellations by around 10:00 GMT that morning. ENAV managed to restore 75% of operational capacity using an alternative satellite network but advised airlines to prepare for continued disruptions until full system recovery.

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ROME (AP) — Italy cut in half the number of aircraft that could be handled in its airspace Friday after overnight problems hit the data transmission network supporting air traffic control services nationwide, air navigation company ENAV said. uncertain

ENAV → cut → services

It ruled out a cyberattack. asserted

It → rule → cyberattack

ENAV said it was using alternative data transmission systems to allow as many departures as possible Friday morning, including intercontinental flights, while operating at 50% of overall air traffic capacity. asserted

it → say → capacity

Italy's air traffic cut 50% after network problems as delays spread nationwide

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