The Latest Breaking News from Olivier Jankovec

EU reputation ‘at risk’ from entry-exit system, says aviation expert

‘The situation is not acceptable', said director of European airport trade association

The Independent UK · Jun 30

Iran war, strikes, EES: Why the number of people flying in Europe is dropping

An industry group says that while marginal, the decline “marks a significant milestone” for Europe’s aviation sector.

Euronews · Jun 4

New EU entry-exit system causing up to three-hour delays, say airports

Airport body has asked for power to suspend EES checks requiring personal information and biometrics

The Guardian - UK · Apr 15

EU Entry/Exit System: First phase of rollout leaves passengers waiting up to 3 hours at airports

A new report said the disruption at borders reflects the combination of several operational issues with the deployment of the EES.

Euronews · Dec 19, 2025

Why travelling on Eurostar from the UK is about to become much trickier

New requirements for face scans and fingerprints from 6 October threaten delays at the border

The Guardian - UK · May 26, 2024

Flight prices to Europe holiday hotspots soar at six times the rate of inflation

Flight prices have been soaring as airlines and airports look to recover post-pandemic to a host of holiday hotspots in Europe for summer 2023

Daily Mirror · Jun 8, 2023

Super low-cost flights under threat as EU imposes new carbon emissions charges

Airlines thoughout Europe aren’t currently charged for CO2 permits

The Independent UK · Feb 15, 2023

Airports battle long lines, cancelled flights

Delays, cancellations, long lines and lost baggage are plaguing air travel worldwide, as airlines and airports struggle with soaring summer demand and staff shortfalls.

Bangkok Post · Jun 23, 2022

Delays and flight cancellations inevitable at major European airports this summer, experts warn

More than a third of airports surveyed said operations would be affected by staff shortages, according to the report released

Evening Standard · May 9, 2022