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Purr-fect fugitive: Stowaway cat spotted by airport security in US

The escapee cat is said to be feline fine.

France

Man who lived in Paris airport for 18 years dies

An Iranian man who lived for 18 years in Paris’ Charles de Gaulle Airport has died. Merhan Nasseri, who inspired the Steven Spielberg film, The Terminal, began to live at the airport due to being left in legal limbo, lacking residency papers.

Spain

Storm leaves hundreds stranded and planes grounded at Valencia airport

It's the latest record-breaking weather event in Spain this year, after the hottest summer and hottest October on record.

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Why Ryanair passengers should check in early this week

The airline is one of just a few that charge to check in at the airport.

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Heathrow airport lifts its outgoing passenger cap - for now

Heathrow has lifted its 100,000 per-day passenger cap, imposed to deal with logistical chaos over the summer. But, there’s a catch.

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German air workers shocked to discover dead body on plane from Iran

Lufthansa and federal police have declined to comment on the tragic incident, which comes amid widespread unrest in Iran.

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Italy airport strikes see hundreds of flights cancelled this Friday

National carrier ITA has cancelled over 200 flights ahead of Friday’s strike and easyJet says disruption is likely.

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Heathrow chaos averted as American Airlines staff reach pay deal

After 98 per cent of maintenance technicians and crew chiefs voted to strike over pay, American Airlines offered an improved pay deal.

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Portugal flights could be more expensive next year thanks to new fees

Opponents have slammed the proposal, saying it will harm the country’s tourism recovery efforts.

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Heathrow and Schiphol: An inside look at the impact of passenger caps

Heathrow airport has just announced the end of its 100,000 passenger cap. But what does that mean for flight prices and the travel experience?

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Divided European aviation sector seeks cure to travel chaos

After a summer of widespread delays and disruption, industry leaders disagree over who is to blame.

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Schiphol chaos: Airport limits outgoing passengers until March 2023

Schiphol has extended its passenger cap until the end of March 2023, weeks after the latest staffing shortage saw long lines build at the airport.

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Europe’s best airlines revealed at ‘aviation’s Oscars’

Following a summer of flight chaos around the world, these are the airlines coming out on top for customer satisfaction.

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Airline staff conscripted in Russia's first mobilisation since WWII

Between 50-to-80 per cent of employees could potentially be called up, according to sources.

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September strike dates for French air traffic control announced

Airlines are bracing for yet more disruption as French air traffic controllers plan three more strike dates.

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All the extreme ways travellers are trying to get their lost bags back

How Apple’s Airtag led to epic searches, arrests and more frustration for passengers missing belongings.

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France travel: Which airlines are cancelling flights this weekend?

France’s aviation authority the DGAC has warned of “severe” disruption, calling on airlines to halve their schedules ahead of the walkout.

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Is flying more or less safe post-pandemic? We asked an expert

Recent high-profile air safety incidents have raised concerns over out-of-practice and overworked staff.

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Lufthansa pilot strike called off as union reaches pay deal

After last Friday's strike, Lufthansa pilots threatened to walk out again this Wednesday and Thursday. The walkout was averted by a last-minute pay deal.

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Lufthansa pilots set to strike tomorrow over ongoing pay dispute

The German airline intends to minimise the impact of the strike and claims its pay offers to pilots are a good basis for continuing talks.