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Airlines demand answers after UK air traffic control outage

An air traffic control outage sent UK airports into chaos on Wednesday, with warnings that disruption could continue for days.

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Flights cancelled and evacuations ordered following 8.8 earthquake

The earthquake has triggered tsunami warnings for several countries, including Japan and parts of the US.

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Moscow starts first direct passenger flights to North Korea in decades

The first flight operated by Russian carrier Nordwind took off from Moscow's Sheremetyevo airport on Sunday.

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EasyJet boss ‘extremely unhappy’ about French ATC strikes

Over 1 million passengers were affected by French air traffic strikes in early July, as airlines warn of potential for further summer chaos.

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Mobility

The future of flight? First electric aeroplane lands in Denmark

The plane can be charged using a standard fast charger for electric cars in just 20 to 40 minutes, according to its developers. Experts say airports will need to gradually expand charging infrastructures for electric aircraft.

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Marseille flights still disrupted as wildfires rage in south of France

Marseille Airport was temporarily closed on Tuesday as wildfires raced towards the city.

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Flights delayed at Italian airport after man sucked into plane engine

Air traffic at Orio al Serio airport resumed at 12pm, but there are still some delays.

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Flights to and from Bali cancelled as volcano erupts in Indonesia

A volcanic eruption in Indonesia caused widespread flight cancellations to and from Bali and other local airports on Monday.

Iran

Iran resumes international flights after a 20-day suspension

Iran and Israel agreed to a ceasefire last month after a bloody conflict that saw Israel striking hundreds of Iranian military infrastructure targets and nuclear-related sites, and Iran firing missiles at Israel in return.

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Ryanair says European families are ‘held to ransom’ by France strikes

Budget airline Ryanair has called on EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to take urgent action.

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Ryanair will soon allow passengers to bring a bigger free cabin bag

Ryanair has said it will bring in the new free cabin baggage allowance “over the coming weeks”.

Green News

France and Spain join fight to tax luxury air travel for climate funds

The initiative aims to raise billions for climate action and sustainable development by making frequent, high-emitting air travel pay its fair share.

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EU votes to make hand luggage for air passengers free of charge

Airlines will not be allowed to charge passengers any additional fees for carrying hand luggage on board.

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Tourists in Thailand blocked from crossing border into Cambodia

Thailand has closed its entire border with Cambodia and told citizens there to leave, while Cambodia has downgraded diplomatic ties with Bangkok

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More flights cancelled and delayed after US strikes on Iran

Flight cancellations and airspace closures have rippled across the Middle East and beyond after the US launched strikes on Iran on 22 June.

Experiences

Experts on why the Air India crash shouldn’t make you scared of flying

If you’re a nervous flyer, here’s reassurance from industry specialists, plus a guide to the world’s safest airlines.

Experiences

These hidden flight fees can add hundreds to your ticket price

In some cases, passengers have no choice but to purchase these “optional” services.

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Airlines cancel flights amid continuing Israel-Iran conflict

A number of airlines have cancelled or suspended services to the Middle East due to escalating conflict in the region.

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Why airlines are less likely to lose your luggage this summer

Mishandled baggage still costs airlines an average of $5 billion (€4.3 billion) each year.

Europe News

EU countries green light charges for cabin baggage

EU countries adopted their own position on long-waited updated rules for air passengers on Thursday, though provisions on cabin baggage remain controversial.