On July 5, 2026, flight operations across several European countries were significantly disrupted, with over 400 flights cancelled and approximately 2,550 flights delayed. These disruptions affected an extensive network of routes and airports across the continent.
Major hubs experiencing these interruptions included airports in Milan, Rome, Barcelona, and Lisbon. Leading airlines affected by the cancellations and delays included Air France, ITA Airways, and Wizz Air Malta, all of which faced grounding at multiple key airports across Spain, Italy, Portugal, France, Switzerland, and other European destinations.
