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Dublin

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London

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Paris

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Frankfurt

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Milan

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Düsseldorf

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Berlin

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Manchester

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Hamburg

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Dusseldorf

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Boston

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Madrid

~ 415 Flights affected

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Barcelona

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Figueres

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Fort Lauderdale

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Jacksonville

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Key West

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Miami

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Orlando

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Sanford

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Pensacola

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West Palm Beach

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Sarasota

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Fort Myers

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Tampa

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Sarasota/Bradenton

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Brussels

~ 140 Flights affected

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Santiago De Compostela

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Tenerife

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Gran Canaria

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La Palma

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Málaga

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Lanzarote

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El Hierro

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Santa Cruz De Tenerife

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Las Palmas

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Granadilla De Abone

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Santa Cruz De La Palma

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Malaga

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Valverde

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New York

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Dallas

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Lufthansa strike cancels nearly 800 flights in Germany

Lufthansa pilots and cabin crew staged a 24-hour strike on 12 February 2026, prompting the cancellation of nearly 800 flights and disrupting travel for around 100,000 passengers. The heaviest impact was at Frankfurt and Munich, with about 450 of 1,117 scheduled flights canceled at Frankfurt alone. Some regional airports were also affected, including Düsseldorf and Münster/Osnabrück. Lufthansa rebooked customers, offered rail alternatives on domestic routes, and stated that compensation applies under EU rules. The airline aimed to return to a near-normal schedule by 13 February.

Matteo Floris13 Feb 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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El Paso airspace closure triggers cancellations and long delays before FAA lifts order

A temporary FAA flight restriction around El Paso led to at least 14 cancellations, significant delays, and cargo diversions before being lifted within 11 hours. Airlines impacted included Southwest, American, Delta, and United. Medevac flights and shipments were diverted, with some cargo rerouted to Las Cruces, New Mexico. Officials later said flights could resume immediately. Federal explanations referenced a potential drone incursion, while other reports pointed to a coordination issue related to a planned laser test near Fort Bliss.

Matteo Floris13 Feb 2026

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Delays

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2022 rocket reentry led to Spain and parts of France closing airspace, causing delays

An uncontrolled rocket reentry in 2022 prompted precautionary airspace closures over Spain and some French sectors, delaying hundreds of flights. Authorities acted to protect aircraft until debris passed. No airlines, airports, or exact dates were specified, and the debris ultimately fell far from the closed areas. This was a confirmed, past disruption caused by space debris, leading to delays rather than cancellations. Further operational details, including specific flight counts and passenger numbers, were not disclosed.

Matteo Floris13 Feb 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Europe sees 1,362 flight delays and 56 cancellations across major hubs

A widespread disruption across Europe led to 1,362 delayed and 56 canceled flights affecting key hubs including Madrid, Amsterdam, Paris CDG and Orly, Frankfurt, Copenhagen, London Heathrow, Barcelona, Zurich, and Rome Fiumicino. Airlines most impacted included Iberia, Air France, KLM, Lufthansa, British Airways, SAS, Vueling, and ITA Airways, with additional disruption at carriers such as Ryanair and easyJet. Madrid and Amsterdam recorded the highest combined impact. Passengers were advised to check airline apps, monitor airport updates, and retain documents for possible claims.

Matteo Floris13 Feb 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Paris CDG and Orly report 15 cancellations and 100+ delays across multiple airlines

Flights at Paris’s Charles de Gaulle and Orly airports are disrupted, with 15 cancellations and over 100 delays. Air France, RwandAir, Iberia, and HOP! are affected. At CDG, Air France reports 8 cancellations and 104 delays; RwandAir, Iberia, and HOP! add further cancellations and delays. At Orly, Air France reports more disruptions. Travelers are advised to monitor airline communications, use apps for rebooking, contact customer service, understand rebooking or refund options, and consider other transport.

Matteo Floris13 Feb 2026

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More than 148 flights canceled across Spanish airports including Barcelona and Madrid

Spanish airports reported widespread cancellations on 12 February 2026, with more than 148 flights scrubbed across Barcelona, Madrid, Palma de Mallorca, Alicante, Bilbao, and Ibiza. Barcelona saw extensive disruption to both departures and arrivals. Madrid–Barajas also experienced numerous cancellations across domestic and international routes. Additional cancellations were recorded in Palma, Alicante, Bilbao, and Ibiza. Thousands of passengers were left stranded.

Matteo Floris13 Feb 2026

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US flight cancellations ease as operations recover after winter storm

Air travel in the United States is stabilizing after a winter storm, with about 1,300 cancellations reported as of 6:20 a.m. ET on Tuesday. Dallas‑Fort Worth logged 276 cancellations and Charlotte Douglas 138. Monday saw 6,250 cancellations by day’s end, following 11,618 on Sunday, described as the highest single-day total since March 2020. The Department of Transportation expects schedules to normalize by Wednesday. American, United, and Delta introduced fee waivers, while American reported over 1,900 cancellations on Sunday amid disruptions at multiple hubs.

Matteo Floris11 Feb 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Pegasus under scrutiny after Feb 8 delays at Antalya and Sabiha Gökçen

Pegasus Airlines experienced a disruption on 8 February with over 100 delays and two cancellations affecting Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen and Antalya. Attention on 11 February is on first-wave on-time performance and aircraft positioning to prevent knock-on delays. Extended ground time, rebooking, and higher crew and fuel costs are highlighted. For UK departures, UK261 may trigger compensation in qualifying cases. Travelers are advised to monitor flight status via airline apps and keep transfer plans flexible.

Matteo Floris11 Feb 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

France ATC strike on 9–10 Feb causes cancellations and delays

France’s three main air traffic controller unions launched a 48‑hour strike on 9–10 February, prompting about 180 flight cancellations and widespread delays. DGAC asked airlines to cut schedules by up to 50% at Paris‑Orly and 30% at Marseille‑Provence. Average delays reached roughly one hour at Orly and up to two hours at Marseille. Domestic and intra‑European services by Air France, British Airways, easyJet and Ryanair saw cancellations, with some passengers rerouted via rail or other hubs. A potential follow‑up strike was signaled for the Easter period.

Matteo Floris11 Feb 2026

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Cancellations

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Lufthansa pilots and cabin crew to strike on 12 February, disrupting flights in Germany

Lufthansa pilots and cabin crew will stage a coordinated 24-hour strike on 12 February 2026 (00:01–23:59 local time), disrupting departures across German airports, including major hubs such as Frankfurt and Munich. The action is expected to ground hundreds of flights and affect Lufthansa’s passenger and cargo operations, with all CityLine departures from Hamburg, Bremen, and Stuttgart also impacted. The pilots’ action concerns pension contributions, while cabin crew are protesting plans to close Lufthansa CityLine. Passengers are advised to check their flight status and consider rebooking.

Matteo Floris11 Feb 2026

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Air France, KLM and Transavia suspend Dubai flights amid Gulf tensions

Air France, KLM and Transavia have suspended flights to Dubai due to rising geopolitical tensions in the Gulf region. Transavia’s halt is in place until February 12. Passengers are being offered rebooking options or full refunds. Some travelers are turning to other carriers still operating to Dubai or flying into Abu Dhabi or Sharjah, though availability may be limited and prices higher. Dubai International Airport is seeing reduced European traffic during a busy travel period.

Matteo Floris11 Feb 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Lufthansa pilots announce 12 February strike; departures from Germany to face cancellations and delays

Lufthansa pilots represented by Vereinigung Cockpit will stage a 24-hour strike on 12 February 2026 (00:01–23:59). Mainline Lufthansa and Lufthansa Cargo departures from Germany are affected; subsidiaries Eurowings and Discover Airlines are excluded. Disruptions are expected across German airports, especially in Frankfurt and Munich. Inbound flights arriving before the strike starts are expected to operate. Passengers may be entitled to EC 261 compensation for cancellations or delays over three hours. Monitor your flight status, consider rebooking options, and keep travel documentation.

Matteo Floris11 Feb 2026

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Lufthansa, CityLine warn of Feb 12 disruptions amid strikes in Germany

Lufthansa Group anticipates network-wide disruption on Thursday, 12 February, due to a 24-hour strike by Vereinigung Cockpit at Lufthansa and Lufthansa Cargo, alongside a parallel strike by the UFO union at CityLine. All flights departing German airports that day are expected to be affected, with CityLine departures from major hubs including Frankfurt, Munich, Hamburg, Bremen, Stuttgart, Cologne, Düsseldorf, Berlin, and Hanover disrupted. Lufthansa called the action short-notice and said customers on impacted flights will be notified.

Matteo Floris11 Feb 2026

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Cancellations

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WestJet halts London, Ontario–Cuba flights amid Cuban fuel shortage

WestJet has canceled all London International Airport (Ontario) flights to Cuba from February 8 to February 26, citing an official alert of a jet fuel shortage at major Cuban airports. A NOTAM indicates Jet A‑1 fuel is not commercially available at nine Cuban airports from February 10 through at least March 11. WestJet will repatriate customers due to return on or before February 16 by sending empty aircraft with sufficient fuel. Affected travelers are being offered refunds or flexible rebooking, with service anticipated to resume around April 26.

Matteo Floris11 Feb 2026

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Air New Zealand cancels 44 long‑haul flights ahead of 12–13 Feb cabin crew strike

Air New Zealand has preemptively canceled 44 long‑haul flights due to a planned strike by international cabin crew on 12–13 February. The changes affect wide‑body services linking Auckland with Asia and North America, while Tasman and Pacific Island routes are largely unaffected. The airline has contacted impacted customers, offering rebooking two to three days around the strike dates, travel credits, or refunds, and is using partner airlines for re‑accommodation. About 16,000 passengers are impacted. An operational update states bargaining has begun and contingency care, including meals and accommodation where required, is in place.

Matteo Floris11 Feb 2026

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Delays

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Akasa Air Mumbai–Goa flight delayed for seven hours

An Akasa Air flight operating from Mumbai to Goa was delayed for around seven hours. Passengers reported remaining onboard throughout the wait with limited support. The disruption prompted numerous complaints on social media and raised concerns about communication and handling during extended delays. No cause, flight number, or timing details were provided. Travelers on the affected service experienced a prolonged wait before departure, with the situation described publicly by those onboard. Further information on scheduling or any subsequent operational changes was not indicated in the report.

Matteo Floris10 Feb 2026

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