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A strike by Kenya Aviation Workers Union at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport caused extensive flight delays and cancellations on August 31, 2026. Talks between union officials and government representatives ended without agreement.
Strike at Nairobi JKIA Grounds Flights and Strands Thousands on August 31, 2026
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EasyJet Flight From Manchester to Antalya Diverted to Milan, Passengers Stranded
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Jetstar Japan Increases Tokyo Narita-Taipei Flights and Deploys Airbus A321LR in Winter 2026
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American Airlines Adds Seven New International Routes Including Chicago to Tokyo
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Jetstar Starts Direct Colombo to Melbourne Flights with Sale Fares from Rs 67,770
Jetstar launched direct flights between Colombo and Melbourne on 25 August 2026, operating three times weekly with over 100,000 low-cost seats annually. Sale fares began at Rs 67,770 one-way during a limited-time promotional period.
FAA Delay Programmes Affect 17 US Airports, ORD Worst with Peak 1132-Minute Delay
On August 31, 2026, 17 US airports were under 27 FAA delay programmes including ground stops and ground delays. Chicago O'Hare experienced the worst delay with a peak maximum delay of 1,132 minutes.
Manchester Airport Reports 20+ Flight Delays and 3 Cancellations Today
More than 20 flights at Manchester Airport were delayed between 46 minutes and over 3 hours today, August 30, 2026. Three flights were cancelled, disrupting schedules across multiple airlines.
EasyJet Flight Diverts to Milan, Stranding Passengers Overnight
An EasyJet flight from Manchester to Antalya diverted to Milan Malpensa on August 31, 2026, leaving passengers stranded overnight. Delays exceeded 12 hours due to ground holds and crew duty-time limits.
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