Palma Airport Third Worst in Europe for Summer 2026 Flight Delays
Palma Airport recorded a 53% on-time departure rate in summer 2026, ranking third lowest in Europe. Madrid-Barajas and Malaga airports reported higher punctuality rates at 63% and 62%, respectively.
FAA Staffing Shortages Cause Ground Stops at LAX and San Diego
The FAA paused some flights into Los Angeles International and San Diego airports on September 14, 2026, due to staffing shortages at Southern California TRACON. This disruption caused delays for arriving and potentially departing flights at LAX.
FAA Ground Stop Due to Staffing Issues at LAX and San Diego Airports
The FAA temporarily paused flights into LAX and San Diego airports on September 14, 2026, due to staffing shortages at Southern California TRACON. The delays affected arrivals and departures but operations at LAX have since normalized.
FAA Staffing Shortages Halt Flights at LAX and San Diego Airports
The FAA temporarily stopped some arrivals at LAX and San Diego airports on September 14 due to staffing shortages at Southern California TRACON. Flight delays affected arrivals and possibly departures.
Air Canada launches facial recognition gates pilot at Toronto Pearson
Air Canada has started a pilot of facial recognition biometric gates at Toronto Pearson International Airport for domestic and US-bound flights. Passengers can enroll via the airline's mobile app and bypass traditional document checks when boarding.
Air Canada Pilots Facial Verification Gates at Toronto Pearson
Air Canada has launched a facial verification biometric gate pilot at Toronto Pearson International Airport. The pilot includes four gates for domestic and US-bound flights, with enrollment via the airline's mobile app.
Air Canada App Adds Biometric Gate Enrollment at Toronto Pearson Airport
Starting September 2026, Air Canada passengers can enroll via the airline’s mobile app for biometric boarding at Toronto Pearson International Airport. The pilot features four facial-verification e-gates and aims to streamline passenger processing.
UK Flight Disruptions Ease Amid Calls for NATS CEO Resignation
Flight disruptions at UK airports began easing after a technical failure at NATS on September 8 caused over 1,000 cancellations. Political pressure grows for NATS CEO Martin Rolfe's resignation amid ongoing investigations.
UK Flight Disruptions Ease After NATS System Failure; Leadership Faces Scrutiny
Flight disruptions triggered by a NATS technical failure starting September 8, 2026, led to over 1,000 cancellations on the first day across the UK. Recovery began by September 10, while leadership tensions and an independent investigation continue amid calls for accountability.
Air Arabia Starts Global Fare Sale Amid UAE Airlines Route Expansions
Air Arabia has launched a global fare sale covering flights to numerous destinations. Meanwhile, UAE airlines like Lufthansa and Condor operate nonstop Seattle-Frankfurt flights.
















