An indefinite strike notice targeting Saerco-managed control towers could disrupt flights across Spain starting Friday, April 17. The action could affect 14 airports, including a few in the Canary Islands
Italy’s Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport has announced a series of four-hour strikes and stoppages involving airport staff, security, air traffic control workers, and bus services on April 10. Other strikes affecting aviation, rail, and public transport from April 11 to 19, causing major travel disruption in multiple cities and regions
For the second time in two months, Athens airport lost contact with radars essential for takeoffs and landings, operating with only one radar and no backup. Just before the start of the tourist season: "The situation is beyond reasonable limits, we will reduce capacity"
The flight control malfunction in Greece that lasted almost 12 hours caused baggage claim delays at multiple airports. As of this morning, the country reports a return to full routine with no flight delays
Edinburgh Airport has been completely closed to takeoffs and landings due to an "IT issue with the air traffic control provider." According to a statement from the airport, crews are working to resolve the issue
Amid a shortage of air traffic controllers and increasing congestion in the aviation system, the FAA has begun proactive measures to maintain safety, including reducing flights at 40 airports
Ryanair’s October ranking: France, Spain, Germany and the UK lead delays amid ATC shortfalls; Bulgaria is best-performing. Urgent reform urged from the EU Commission President
FAA: Sharp surge in controller absences impacting half of local facilities. “Safety above all”: air traffic will be slowed as needed, even if it causes delays and cancellations
Drones repeatedly disrupted operations at Munich Airport for a second consecutive night on Saturday, causing chaos and leaving thousands of passengers stranded
Drone sightings lead to Munich Airport closure affecting thousands
