On 14 July 2026, Europe experienced 91 flight cancellations and 1,457 delays, with Frankfurt Airport and Lufthansa being the worst affected. Weather conditions and border control bottlenecks contributed to widespread disruptions across major hubs.
American Airlines launched a second flight between the U.S. and Venezuela. The airline called it a critical connection amid Venezuela's earthquake recovery.
London Gatwick Airport's main runway was closed overnight on 15 July 2026 due to a British Airways aircraft technical fault blocking the runway. The closure caused nine flights to declare emergencies, 14 diversions, and delayed over 400 flights at the airport.