Waiting times of hours, delayed takeoffs and passengers who missed their flights: European aviation organizations are demanding immediate flexibility in the operation of the new EES system, which has entered full operation on the continent
Starting this month: The company announces an increase in baggage fees, discounts for advance bookings, and new restrictions on seat selection and upgrades, even for passengers with basic fare status
Toronto Pearson International Airport continues smooth operations in freezing weather, managing hundreds of arrivals and departures and strong demand on key North American routes
The end of passport stamps: After a trial period since October 2025, starting today, April 10, 2026, Europe moves to fully digital control of passenger entry. Everything you need to know
United Airlines makes the announcement: for tickets bought on and after April 3, 2026, "fees will go up by $10 for your first and second checked bag and by $50 for your third checked bag in most markets"
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
The US State Department ordered non-essential employees at the consulate in Adana to leave the area, but the overall alert level for Turkey remained unchanged
Starting later this year, visitors to Cologne Cathedral will pay an entrance fee to help cover rising maintenance and security costs, while worshippers remain free
