Airports

Canada’s border agency says airport inspection kiosks and traveler processing systems are back online after a technical outage on May 18

Canada Border Services Agency says a technical outage is affecting traveler processing systems, including airport inspection kiosks nationwide

Istanbul continues to solidify its position as one of the world's most important aviation hubs, while other airports in Europe are recording sharp and surprising increases in the number of passengers. Which one jumped over 4,000%?

Star Alliance celebrates its 29th anniversary with 26 member airlines worldwide. The alliance now connects more than 1,150 airports across 190 countries. Recent investments focus on smoother multi-airline journeys and airport experiences

Aena airports handled 28.3 million passengers in April, up 3.7% year on year, while the operator also denied a false hantavirus warning at Tenerife South. Also: the group confirms there is no installed hantavirus warning sign at Tenerife South Airport, "it is a hoax"

Ryanair closes Thessaloniki base: Athens, Chania, Rhodes and Corfu will also be affected by the move, which joins the company's previous conflicts with European airports over fees and operating costs. Ryanair attacked the costs in Greece, but Fraport Greece stung: "This is a commercial decision resulting from the operating model and profitability considerations only"

More than 120 flights canceled: the Italian carrier has announced it will cancel 38% of all operations on May 11, 2026, amid a major national strike by air traffic control staff and ground staff. easyJet will also join the strike. All you need to know about affected airports and flights

Up to $100,000 criminal penalties: FAA has banned drones at World Cup 2026 venues with heavy penalties. Pilots face strict rules while passengers should expect delays and busy airports

Multiple strikes across Italy will disrupt rail services in Milan and Florence on May 4-5, 2026, while a major aviation walkout involving easyJet and airport staff looms on May 11. Everything you need to know, including hours and affected airports and regions

Top airports like Rome Fiumicino and Munich are raising the bar for passenger experience while major gateways such as Heathrow and Amsterdam Schiphol are under growing strain

Greece's island airports are undergoing significant renovations and upgrades, and will remain closed for extended periods during the off-peak season. Athens Airport is also undergoing renovations

Budapest airport’s record seat capacity and expanded network strengthen its role as a gateway to Central and Eastern Europe, supporting tourism and business

Cyber attack broadcasts anti-U.S. and anti-Israel messages at airports in Canada and the U.S. U.S. Transportation Secretary calls them "unacceptable", B'nai B'rith Organization describes them as a threat to security

Aer Lingus is gearing up for its busiest U.S. summer ever in 2026, with a new Dublin–Raleigh-Durham route and expanded flights to New York, Boston, Orlando, and more

The Miami International Airport has been named the most-improved mega airport in North America in a new ratings-based J.D. Power North America Airport Satisfaction Study

Airport upgrades in Larnaca and Paphos aim to boost the island's regional status and enhance the flying experience for millions, including hundreds of thousands of Israelis. Cypriot President: "We are not just improving infrastructure – we are opening Cyprus to the world"

The definition of "liquids, gels, and aerosols" is filtered and separate, not exceeding 100 milliliters, includes a wide variety of items, from drinks and sauces to all cosmetics, skincare products, and various sprays

The Greek General Workers Union threatens a strike on April 9. The union claims air traffic controllers will join the strike. Airports have not officially announced flight cancellations that could affect thousands of Israelis

The number is higher than that of the same month in 2024, but still slightly lower than the number of passengers before the COVID-19 pandemic. Which airports stood out more than others?

The ver.di union has called on workers at the Düsseldorf and Cologne/Bonn Airports to hold a one-day warning strike. A 24-hour strike is planned at Düsseldorf Airport on Monday, February 24, and at Cologne/Bonn Airport on Sunday, February 23. All the details