Aviation associations ACI EUROPE and A4E warn of long lines at entry points to European countries due to tightened border controls. Fears of even heavier congestion during Easter linger, coinciding with the end of the test period, after which the system will not be able to be stopped during rush hours
Flying to Greece soon? The new entry and exit system has come into effect, which means airports are now collecting biometric data from passengers from countries outside the European Union. Expect border check delays in the near future
Aena warns of an indefinite Groundforce strike from March 30 affecting major Spanish airports, with partial stoppages and minimum flight services in place; Menzies employees will go on strike daily from April 2 to April 6, between 12am-12pm
San José Mineta International Airport introduces an AI humanoid robot that assists passengers in 50+ languages, offering real-time help at Terminal B
After weeks of disruptions and congestion at US airports, the president announced that he would order security agents to be paid, launching a scathing attack on the Democratic Party
Emirates advises passengers to prepare for delays as storms, dust, and strong winds may impact flights in Dubai. Dubai Airports has also warned of adverse weather expected from March 23 to March 27. Egypt, Oman, and Bahrain are dealing with similar problems
Kuwait announced that several fuel tanks at its airport have been damaged, but no casualties have been reported. Less than two weeks ago, similar damage occurred at Dubai airport. Kuwait's Civil Aviation authority sent a protest letter to the ICAO
Multiple aviation strikes could disrupt millions of trips across Spain during Easter 2026, starting with the Holy Week. Groundforce staff at 12 airports are getting ready for an indefinite strike starting March 27. Here’s what else to expect
US President Donald Trump announced that ICE agents, who have earned a dubious reputation due to violent incidents in the US, will assist in the wake of the TSA employment crisis at airports and the endless lines that have been documented
Ground staff at Milan’s main airports and easyJet crews plan strikes on March 18, raising the risk of flight delays and cancellations across northern Italy
