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News 2 May 2026

Aviation Fuel Crisis: Cancellations and Surcharges Hit European Flights

Airlines are cancelling flights and adding surcharges due to the fuel crisis. Discover your rights and what to do.

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News 2 May 2026

Europe Airport Strikes Summer 2026: Complete Guide for Travelers

Everything you need to know about potential airport strikes in Europe during summer 2026: airports at risk, passenger rights and practical advice.

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News 2 May 2026

Aviation Fuel Crisis in Europe: Flight Risks and Passenger Rights

Jet fuel shortage hits Europe due to Hormuz blockade. Discover which flights are at risk and how to protect yourself with EU261 regulations.

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Data 2 May 2026

Weekly Report: Europe's Riskiest Flights (April 28 - May 4, 2026)

Analysis of the 10 riskiest airports and routes in Europe this week. Discover which flights to avoid and tips for safe travel.

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Data 2 May 2026

Swiss A330 aborts takeoff in Delhi: what it means for passengers and how to handle emergencies

A Swiss Airbus A330 aborted takeoff in Delhi due to engine problems. Six passengers injured during evacuation. Travel advice for passengers.

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Data 2 May 2026

Wizz Air and airBaltic Crisis: What It Means for Passengers and How to Protect Yourself

Ryanair's CEO warns about risks for Wizz Air and airBaltic. Complete guide for passengers: refunds, rights and how to protect yourself from cancellations.

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Data 20 Apr 2026

Flight Cancellations in Europe: How to Deal with Disruptions at Major Airports

Complete guide to flight cancellations in Europe: passenger rights, refunds, at-risk airports in Spain, Germany, Poland and the United Kingdom.

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Data 17 Apr 2026

EASA Certifies Pratt & Whitney's New GTF Advantage Engine: What It Means for Passengers

EASA has certified the new GTF Advantage engine for the Airbus A320neo family. Discover how this innovation will improve your future flights.

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News 17 Apr 2026

Aviation Fuel Crisis: Europe at Risk of Flight Cancellations - Complete Guide

Aviation fuel shortage threatens European flights. Discover at-risk airports, EU261 passenger rights and practical tips for travelers.

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News 17 Apr 2026

Aviation Fuel Shortage in Europe: Risk of Flight Cancellations Summer 2024

Europe faces an aviation fuel crisis that could cause flight cancellations during summer. Discover passenger rights and tips.

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Data 17 Apr 2026

FAA Limits Flights at Chicago O'Hare: What It Means for Travelers

The FAA imposes a limit of 2,708 daily flights at Chicago O'Hare Airport until October 2026. Here's what passengers need to know.

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News 17 Apr 2026

Fuel Crisis in Europe: Flights at Risk in Coming Weeks

Fuel shortages and rising costs could lead to significant flight cuts across Europe. Discover your rights and how to prepare.

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News 11 Apr 2026

Aviation Fuel Crisis: UK and European Summer Flights at Risk in 2026

Aviation fuel emergency threatens summer 2026 flights in UK and EU. Discover which airports are at risk and how to protect your passenger rights.

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Data 11 Apr 2026

How to know if your flight will be delayed

Find out how to check the risk of delay or cancellation for your flight with FlightGuard. Real-time analysis based on 9 factors.

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Data 11 Apr 2026

Lufthansa Strike: Hundreds of Flights Cancelled, What Passengers Need to Know

Lufthansa CEO admits cabin crew strike 'really hurts'. Hundreds of flights cancelled - complete guide for travelers.

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News 11 Apr 2026

Lufthansa Strike: Flight Cancellations and Chaos in European Skies - Complete Guide

Lufthansa strike causes massive cancellations across Europe. Discover your rights, how to obtain refunds, and available travel alternatives.

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Data 11 Apr 2026

Weekly At-Risk Flights Report: Week of April 11, 2026

Analysis of the riskiest flights in Europe this week. Houston IAH and Heraklion HER lead for delays. Practical advice for travelers.

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News 11 Apr 2026

Aviation Fuel Shortage: Possible Flight Disruptions in EU and UK Before Summer Holidays

Jet fuel shortage alarm in Europe: what travelers need to know about possible delays and cancellations before summer 2026.

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Data 10 Apr 2026

The 10 European airports with the most delays in 2026

Ranking of European airports with the most ATFM delays. Updated EUROCONTROL data. Find out the risk for your flight.

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Rights 9 Apr 2026

EU261 passenger rights: what to do if your flight is cancelled or delayed

Complete guide to air passenger rights in Europe under EU regulation 261/2004. Compensation, assistance and refund.

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News 8 Apr 2026

Flight cancelled: what to do immediately, step by step

Practical guide if your flight has been cancelled. What to do at the airport, your rights, alternatives and how to get a refund or rebooking.

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News 7 Apr 2026

Air traffic controller strike: how to check if your flight is at risk

How to check if an ATC strike affects your flight. Where to find information, how to prepare and what rights you have.

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News 6 Apr 2026

How early should you arrive at the airport: the definitive guide

How many hours before your flight should you get to the airport? Depends on domestic, European or intercontinental flights. Here are the recommended times.

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Rights 5 Apr 2026

2-hour flight delay: are you entitled to anything?

Your flight has a 2-hour delay. What can you ask the airline? Rights for delays under and over 3 hours under EU261 regulation.

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Guide 4 Apr 2026

What's the best day to fly and avoid delays?

Are Tuesday and Wednesday really the best days to fly? Analysis of real delay data by day of the week and time of day.

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Guide 3 Apr 2026

Low-cost airlines: which are the most punctual in Europe?

Ranking of European low-cost airlines by punctuality. Ryanair, easyJet, Vueling, Wizz Air: who arrives on time?

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Guide 2 Apr 2026

Travel insurance for flights: do you really need it? A guide

When does travel insurance for flights make sense? What it covers, what it doesn't, and how to choose the right policy.

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Guide 1 Apr 2026

Morning or evening flight? The impact on delays

Are morning flights really more punctual? Analysis of the domino effect and tips for choosing the right time.

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Rights 31 Mar 2026

How to get a refund from Ryanair for a cancelled or delayed flight

Step-by-step guide to getting a refund or compensation from Ryanair. Forms, timelines, and what to do if they don't respond.

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Rights 30 Mar 2026

easyJet refund: how to get it for delay or cancellation

Complete procedure for claiming a refund from easyJet. How to fill in the form, how much you're entitled to and response times.

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Rights 29 Mar 2026

Airline complaint letter template: ready to send

Complaint letter template for flight delay or cancellation. Copy, personalise and send to the airline to claim EU261 compensation.

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Rights 28 Mar 2026

Refund vs compensation for flights: what's the difference?

Many confuse refund and compensation. They're two different things and you can get both. Here's how they work under EU261 regulation.

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Data 27 Mar 2026

Why are more flights cancelled in summer? The causes explained

Summer means more delays and cancellations. But why? Thunderstorms, staff shortages, ATC congestion: all the causes of summer disruption explained.

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Data 26 Mar 2026

What are NOTAMs and how do they affect your flight?

NOTAMs explained: what Notice to Air Missions means, how to check active NOTAMs for your airport, and why they can cause flight delays or cancellations.

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Data 25 Mar 2026

How air traffic control works in Europe

Simple explanation of how ATC works in Europe, what EUROCONTROL is, why there are delays and how they're managed.

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Data 24 Mar 2026

Why does Ryanair cancel so many flights? The real reasons

Does Ryanair cancel flights often? We analyse real data on Ryanair cancellation rates, delays, and the main causes behind flight disruptions.

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