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Focus on risk areas: drones under close supervision of ILT
From this year onwards, advanced drone detection systems will be deployed to monitor drone flights and ensure safety on the ground and in the air.
Kempen Airport contributes to the transition to sustainable aviation
Kempen Airport is working hard on a revolution in aviation. Clearwings, an innovative start-up based at the airport in Brabant, is committed to converting existing aircraft to fully electric propulsion.
Jerez and Valladolid: Spain loses travellers due to conflict with airport operator
Irish airline Ryanair has announced that it will operate significantly fewer flights to Spain this summer. In total, this involves a reduction of 800.000 seats on flights to and from Spanish destinations.
Internet consultation: opinion requested on plans for new aviation tax
The government has announced that it wants to tax long-haul flights more heavily from 2027. The measure, part of a revision of the flight tax, should compensate for the higher emissions from these flights and is expected to generate an additional €248 million in tax revenue.
From Belgian chocolate to Tintin: a flight full of national pride
Brussels Airlines has launched its latest campaign “A little piece of Belgium in the sky”, with which the airline puts its Belgian identity in the foreground. The campaign, which was officially unveiled today, highlights the unique features that distinguish the brand in a…
KLM technical problems: emergency landings highlight vulnerability in aviation
The past few days have been dominated by several technical incidents for KLM that raise questions about the operational challenges within aviation. Two KLM Boeing 777s had to return to Schiphol shortly after departure on Sunday evening due to technical problems.
Schiphol scoop: first electric Bulmor ambulifts put into use
Passenger attendant Axxicom Airport Caddy has a first at Schiphol. As the first handler in the world, the company introduces three electric ambulifts from the Austrian manufacturer Bulmor.
Wifi on planes: why airplane mode is still mandatory when flying
When boarding an airplane, the call is always heard: put your mobile devices in airplane mode. For many passengers, this instruction may seem like a formality, but its background is firmly rooted in technical and safety-related considerations.
FNV puts pressure on TUI Fly Curaçao: 'given enough opportunities'
Tensions are rising between the FNV and TUI Fly Curacao. The union has announced that actions may be taken if the airline continues to refuse to enter into collective bargaining negotiations.
Ambitious noise target: Cabinet limits Schiphol air traffic to 478.000 flights
Starting next year, the number of permitted flight movements at Schiphol will be limited to a maximum of 478.000 per year. The cabinet has decided this in an attempt to reduce noise pollution around the airport and restore the legal position of local residents.
FNV: Lifting heavy suitcases at Schiphol should become a thing of the past
The FNV has responded positively to the decision of the Dutch Labour Inspectorate to impose penalty payments on companies at Schiphol that put too much physical strain on their employees.
Breakthrough in air freight: one collective labor agreement for thousands of employees
The Dutch air cargo sector reaches a historic agreement that puts an end to the fragmented collective labor agreements within the industry.
Taxi drivers angry about electric car requirement: 'deadline is too tight'
Taxi drivers in Eindhoven are having great difficulty with the speed at which Eindhoven Airport wants to implement the sustainability of taxi transport.
Regional airports: a future marked by growth, sustainability and innovation
Eindhoven Airport will set new passenger records in 2024. Other regional airports are also developing: Groningen Airport Eelde will maintain its role as a major holiday destination, while Rotterdam The Hague Airport is working on the first emission-free hydrogen flight and Maastricht Aachen Airport is pioneering electric…
Regional airports: KLM flight diverts to Groningen Eelde
An unexpected event took place at Groningen Airport Eelde on Saturday evening when a KLM Cityhopper flight from Krakow was forced to divert to the regional airport.
Enforcement at Schiphol tightened: KLM and Turkish Airlines under fire
In the first half of 2024, Schiphol Airport largely complied with the established standards for the maximum number of flights, the emission of air pollutants and the safety of the environment.
Despite new CT scanners: old liquids rules are back in force
From September 1, travelers at Schiphol, Eindhoven and Rotterdam will once again have to empty or throw away their water bottles before going through security checks.
Ben Gurion Airport: KLM cancels flights to Tel Aviv until the end of October
KLM has announced that it will cancel all flights to and from Tel Aviv until October 26. The airline made this decision amid ongoing tensions and security concerns in Israel and the Gaza Strip.
Promise of improvement: Transavia claims slots, travelers suffer
The holiday season is not going as hoped for many travelers who had booked with budget airline Transavia. Several sources report that Transavia deliberately schedules too many flights in order to retain valuable slots at Schiphol and to sideline competitors.
Beirut: Airports in Europe cancel flights to Lebanese capital
Air traffic to and from Beirut has come under heavy fire as several airlines have cancelled flights due to increasing security concerns.
Delivery problems: travelers TUI fly from Deurne to Zaventem due to logistical problems
No TUI fly flights will depart from Deurne airport until the beginning of October. The airline has decided to divert its flights, mainly via Zaventem.
Deurne Airport: despite 6.000 objections, a new environmental permit
Despite almost 6.000 objections, the airport in Deurne has received a new environmental permit from Flemish Minister of the Environment Zuhal Demir (N-VA).
Liable: the wrong letter on an airline ticket can cost hundreds of euros
An incorrect name on an airline ticket can cost travelers a lot of money. It often happens that a new ticket is the only solution.
Bad luck flight for Belgians: two days delayed due to technical problems
Group of about 170 Belgians stuck at Palermo airport, flight is cancelled again…
Flying with children: this is how you keep the little ones calm during the flight
Flying with children: this is how you keep the little ones calm during the flight. With these tips you can be well prepared for your trip and enjoy a smooth and enjoyable flight, both for you and your children.
Train not running: Dutch team arrived in Dortmund late
The Dutch team, led by national coach Ronald Koeman, was originally going to travel by train from Wolfsburg to Dortmund. Due to the cancellation of the train journey, alternative travel plans had to be made.