Airlines reacted furiously after a technical problem in air traffic control systems led to more than 150 flight cancellations. The National Air Traffic Service (NATS) apologized for computer problems – and said the systems were running 20 minutes after the “radar problem” was detected at 4:05 pm. But with thousands of passengers suffering from in … Read more
Ryanair and Easyjet canceled hundreds of flights while control of French air traffic controllers. Ryanair, the largest airline in Europe by number of passengers, said that he had canceled 170 services in the midst of a plea by the French authorities for airlines in order to reduce flights at Paris airports by 40% on Friday. … Read more
As millions prepare to fly for vacation, the Federal Aviation Administration is warning travelers about a hidden danger in their luggage: lithium ion batteries. Found in everyday devices like laptops, tablets and even electric toothbrushes, these batteries can catch fire if left overheat or are damaged. Last July, panic broke out on an American Airlines … Read more