The EU launched the Entry/Exit System in October 2025, requiring biometric checks for non-EU travelers at external Schengen borders. Early deployment has caused queues up to two hours, prompting official calls to adjust biometric capture during peak times.
More than 150 flights were delayed at Sydney Airport on August 8, 2026, largely affecting Qantas, QantasLink and Virgin Australia services. The disruptions were caused by staff shortages in air traffic control and rostering constraints.
Porter Airlines cancelled flight PD444 from Victoria to Toronto on August 6, 2026, after a toddler refused to fasten their seatbelt during taxiing. The flight was rescheduled for the next morning due to the airport’s overnight runway curfew.