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Regional airports: a future marked by growth, sustainability and innovation
Eindhoven Airport set new passenger records in 2024 and is set for a major expansion to support growth, with construction of a new terminal and baggage basement due for completion in 2027. Eindhoven Airport and other regional airports in…
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. Due to bad weather conditions, the PH-EZS, an Embraer 190, could not immediately reach its final destination Schiphol and had to…
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. This is evident from the Semi-Annual Report on Environment and External Safety…
Aviation: protests against flying with one pilot in the cockpit are increasing
Airplane manufacturers think new technology will compensate for taking a pilot out of the cockpit. The discussion about the controversial project to operate commercial flights with only one pilot in the cockpit is in full swing. European pilots sound the…
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. This decision follows new guidelines from the European Commission, which regulate the rules for carrying liquids…
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. In addition to KLM, Delta also…
Promise of improvement: Transavia claims slots, travelers suffer
It is a growing problem that affects not only Transavia, but also other companies in the travel industry that depend on reliable airline partners. The holiday season is not going as hoped for many travelers who had booked with budget airline Transavia. Multiple sources report…
Beirut: Airports in Europe cancel flights to Lebanese capital
As tensions continue to rise, the future of air traffic to and from Beirut is uncertain. Air traffic to and from Beirut is under heavy fire as several airlines have canceled their flights due to increasing safety risks. The Lebanese airline Middle East Airlines…
Delivery problems: travelers TUI fly from Deurne to Zaventem due to logistical problems
The travelers involved will be offered an alternative flight. They will be contacted personally about this, TUI said. No TUI fly flights will depart from Deurne airport until the beginning of October. The airline has decided to divert its flights, mainly…
Deurne Airport: despite 6.000 objections, a new environmental permit
N-VA Minister Zuhal Demir grants a new permit to Deurne airport with strict conditions. 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). The permit is for an indefinite period and…
Liable: the wrong letter on an airline ticket can cost hundreds of euros
Travelers also have the responsibility to check their tickets as soon as they receive them. 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. According to the rules…
Aviation: why our IT infrastructure is more vulnerable than ever
European legislation as an example for IT security after Crowdstrike debacle. The catastrophic CrowdStrike outage has painfully exposed the fragility of our modern digital infrastructure. The global IT systems outage caused by a failed software update from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike Holdings Inc. has led to chaos...
Bad luck flight for Belgians: two days delayed due to technical problems
Group of around 170 Belgians is stuck at Palermo airport, flight has been postponed again by a day. A group of about 170 Belgians were stranded at Palermo airport on the Italian island of Sicily on Saturday evening. Due to a technical problem…
Flights canceled: chaos at airports due to software malfunction
As many as 185 flights were canceled at Schiphol on Friday as a result of the disruption. The aviation sector has been hit hard by a global computer outage, which led to major disruptions at airports in Zurich, Berlin, Schiphol, Edinburgh, London Heathrow, Singapore and…
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. Flying with children can be quite a challenge, especially because it is not easy for young children…
Train not running: Dutch team arrived in Dortmund late
Due to a blockage on the route, the train service was canceled. The selection of the Dutch national team landed safely in Dortmund on Tuesday evening after an unexpected series of events that led to hours of delay. The Dutch team, led by national coach Ronald Koeman,…
Sustainable steps: Lufthansa achieves EMAS recognition
Lufthansa Airlines, together with its hubs in Frankfurt and Munich and Lufthansa CityLine, have successfully passed the strict European EMAS (Eco-Management and Audit Scheme) regulations. This achievement underlines the airline's commitment to environmental responsibility. The external EMAS environmental reporting confirms the ongoing…
Declaration of intent: government takes back aviation tasks from Kiwa
Both parties have now established that there are good reasons to return these aviation tasks to the ILT. The Minister of Infrastructure and Water Management and Kiwa NV recently signed a declaration of intent for the transfer of specific aviation tasks from Kiwa…
EK: Brussels Airlines brings national pride to Germany
Red Devils left for Stuttgart with Trident. The Belgian national football team, the Red Devils, left Brussels for Stuttgart this morning, in preparation for the 2024 European Championship. Brussels Airlines, proud partner of the Belgian national teams, had the honor of…
Schiphol: the government is coming up with a new package of measures against noise pollution
However, the Right to Protection against Aircraft Nuisance interest group believes the outgoing cabinet's plans for Schiphol are insufficient. The government has presented a renewed package of measures to significantly reduce noise pollution around Schiphol and improve the legal position of local residents...
Fines: Ghent police stricter for violation of drone ban
The Ghent Festivities are one of the largest open-air events in Belgium and attract a large number of national and international visitors every year. During the Ghent Festivities, which attract many visitors every year, this year stricter enforcement applies to the use of…
ILT: aviation safety under pressure due to drones
The popularity of drones does create busy airspace and the ILT is concerned about this. The integration of drones into Dutch airspace has achieved unprecedented growth in recent years. Martijn de Goede, Coordinating/Specialist Inspector at…
Charleroi: Airport staff strike canceled at the last minute
The threatened strike at Charleroi airport, which was planned for Thursday, May 2, was averted at the last minute. The airport management and the unions have reached an agreement, as a result of which the planned work stoppage will not take place. This…
Turbulence: red figures for Lufthansa, Air France-KLM and Brussels Airlines
Air France-KLM sees the biggest loss since the corona pandemic with a 480 million euro deficit. The European aviation sector remains vulnerable, as shown by the recent financial results of Air France-KLM. The company recorded a loss of 480 million euros in the past quarter, it…
Supreme Court: TUI must bow to FNV in collective labor agreement battle
After a negative judgment by the subdistrict court, the court granted FNV's claim and ordered TUI to recognize FNV as a negotiating partner. The Supreme Court has ruled that the decision of the court, which stated that TUI was not…
France: air traffic control strike after final consultation
No right to compensation, not even in the event of flight cancellation. The threat of a major strike at French air traffic control has passed. A final meeting between SNCTA, the largest air traffic controller union, and DGAC, France's civil aviation authority, resulted in…
Schiphol: a travel experience from snacks to taxis and autonomous buses
With the launch of real-time baggage information, the airport is taking a significant step forward in customer service and efficiency. This innovation makes it possible for returning travelers to know exactly… via the Schiphol App, website and the 150 information screens in the baggage halls…
Sustainability: KLM and Munckhof expand unique bus service
The expansion of this service by Munckhof is a positive development for travelers who want to use a free and more sustainable option for traveling to and from Schiphol. KLM is expanding its unique bus service for passengers, with…
Green light for growth: Eindhoven is preparing for millions of extra passengers
Eindhoven Airport will start expanding the terminal at the end of this year, including a baggage basement. Eindhoven Airport is undergoing a transformation that will significantly increase the capacity and sustainability of the airport. With a starting signal at the end of this year, the ambitious project…
Strike: aviation in knots as salary dispute escalates at Brussels Airlines
The pilots of Brussels Airlines will stop work from March 23 to 27, a step that stems from a long-running conflict with management over salary cuts and workload. This action could potentially evolve into monthly strikes if their demands go unanswered…
Brussels Airlines tackles stereotypes and leads with female talent
At Brussels Airlines, two of the three board members are women (Dorothea von Boxberg as CEO and Nina Öwerdieck as CFO). In total, 9 in 20 top managers (45%) are women. At the heart of the aviation sector, where traditionally men have been in charge…