Woman Dies in Balcony Fall on Carnival Cruise Ship
A woman fell from her balcony on the Carnival Firenze near Catalina Island, California, and died. The cruise line confirmed she was with family, and authorities will investigate.
Category : Airport Updates
Lufthansa Cancels 20,000 Flights to Save Fuel
Lufthansa Group cancels 20,000 flights over six months to save 40,000 metric tonnes of jet fuel as aviation fuel prices double due to the Iran war.
Five More Flights Cancelled at Birmingham Airport
Birmingham Airport faces five more flight cancellations as Lufthansa cuts short-haul routes to save on jet fuel amid rising costs and Iran war impacts.
Plane Crash Kills 14 in South Sudan Due to Poor Visibility
A Cessna 208 Caravan crashed near Juba, killing all 14 on board. Poor weather and low visibility are suspected causes.
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Ryanair to Cut Birmingham Flights After Berlin Base Closure
Ryanair will cut flights from Birmingham Airport after closing its Berlin base, blaming a 10% fee hike. Capacity to Berlin will halve, affecting routes from Birmingham, London, Manchester, and Edinburgh.
Foreign Office Jet Fuel Update: No Plan Changes Needed
The FCDO has issued a jet fuel shortage update, advising UK tourists there is no current need to change travel plans. Airlines buy fuel in advance and maintain stocks.
Ryanair Halves Berlin Flights, Hits UK Routes from Birmingham
Ryanair will cut 50% of flights from Berlin from October 2026, blaming airport fee hikes. UK routes from Birmingham, London, Manchester, and Edinburgh are affected, with passenger numbers dropping from 4.5M to 2.2M.
Four More Flights Cancelled at Birmingham Airport
Four additional flights at Birmingham Airport have been cancelled today as Lufthansa axes 20,000 short-haul flights until October to save on jet fuel amid the Iran war.
KLM cuts Europe flights to UK airports until June 14
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines has reduced European flights and cancelled others until June 14, citing rising kerosene costs. The airline serves 19 UK airports.
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Riding Birmingham's iconic No. 11 bus route after 100 years
A journalist rides Birmingham's historic No. 11 bus, one of the UK's most beautiful routes, on its 100th anniversary. Discover sights, passenger views, and surprises along the way.
UK's Top 5 Small EVs Under £25,000 Named
The UK's best small electric cars under £25,000 have been revealed, as EV prices drop below petrol. Includes Renault Twingo, Kia EV2, and more.
Friends fly to Spain for day trip cheaper than UK spa
A group of friends from the Midlands flew to Palma, Spain for a 13-hour day trip, costing £150-£160 each, less than a luxury UK spa day.
Five Flights Cancelled at Birmingham Airport
Five Lufthansa flights at Birmingham Airport are cancelled today as the airline cuts 20,000 short-haul flights to save jet fuel amid rising prices due to the Iran war.
Jet2 Flight Declares Mid-Air Emergency Near Glasgow
A Jet2 flight from Turkey to Glasgow declared a mid-air emergency over the North Sea, issuing a Squawk 7700 code. The plane landed safely, but the incident's cause remains unknown.
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Manchester Airport Issues Jet Fuel Statement Over Cancellation Fears
Manchester Airport becomes the first UK airport to issue a jet fuel statement amid fears of flight cancellations due to the Strait of Hormuz closure, but assures stocks are normal.
New Jet2 Flights from East Midlands to Paris in 2027
Jet2 launches direct flights from East Midlands Airport to Paris, starting March 2027. Paris was named best city to visit by Forbes in 2026.
Jet2 pledges no surcharges on summer flights from Birmingham
Jet2, flying from Birmingham, removes surcharge provision on all flights and holidays, ensuring customers pay the booked price with no additional costs.
Jet2 Fuel Update for Summer 2026 Flights
Jet2 reassures passengers about jet fuel supply for summer 2026 flights, stating no expected disruptions to scheduled holidays from Birmingham.
Five Lufthansa Flights Cancelled at Birmingham Airport
Lufthansa cancels five flights at Birmingham Airport today, with 20,000 short-haul flights cut this summer due to soaring jet fuel prices amid Middle East tensions.
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Land near Birmingham Airport runway listed for £50k+ auction
A plot of land near the end of Birmingham Airport's runway, owned by the city council, is listed for auction with a guide price of £50,000-plus, suitable for various uses subject to planning permission.
Aer Lingus cancels 500 flights due to maintenance
Aer Lingus has cancelled over 500 flights due to mandatory aircraft maintenance, affecting routes to Birmingham, Manchester, Heathrow, and more. Passengers are being rebooked.
Stansted Airport Staff Strike in May Over Pay
Around 100 ABM staff at Stansted Airport will strike from May 3-6 after rejecting a 'substandard' pay offer, with many paid below London Living Wage.
Jet2 Reassures Passengers Over Summer Fuel Shortage Fears
Jet2 has issued a new statement addressing fuel shortage worries for May through August flights from Birmingham, confirming all scheduled services should operate normally.
UK Summer Holidays at Risk Over Jet Fuel Crisis
European Union energy commissioner Dan Jorgensen warns summer holidays are 'very likely' to be affected by jet fuel shortages, with thousands of flights already cancelled.
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British Airways: No Flight Cancellations Due to Fuel Crisis
British Airways reassures passengers that no flights are cancelled due to the jet fuel crisis, though schedule adjustments are made for Middle East routes affected by ongoing conflicts.
Birmingham Airport Flights Cancelled on April 23
Multiple Lufthansa flights to and from Birmingham Airport are cancelled on Thursday, April 23, due to ongoing union strikes and operational disruptions across Europe.
EasyJet Tenerife Flight Diverts to Gatwick Over Welfare Issue
An easyJet flight from Edinburgh to Tenerife was forced to divert to London Gatwick Airport due to an onboard passenger welfare issue, landing safely before resuming its journey.
Airlines Update on Jet Fuel Crisis and Flight Disruptions
TUI, easyJet, and Jet2 have issued statements confirming no immediate flight disruptions despite global jet fuel shortages caused by the Iran war and Strait of Hormuz closure.
Major Airlines Warn of Summer Flight Disruptions
Jet2, Ryanair, EasyJet, and TUI alert passengers to potential flight cancellations and delays this summer due to fuel shortages from the Iran conflict. Travel experts advise keeping updated and knowing your rights.
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EasyJet Summer Fuel Statement Amid Global Supply Fears
EasyJet confirms no current flight disruptions but warns of potential summer fuel shortages affecting June, July, and August travel from Birmingham and beyond.
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