On July 15th, Europe’s aviation network was overwhelmed by over 400 flight disruptions, including 378 delays and 24 suspensions. The widespread breakdown affected both regional routes and long-haul flights, affecting popular hubs from London, Madrid, and Frankfurt to Rome, Paris, and Amsterdam.
Airlines including easyJet, KLM, United Airlines, Air France, and Finnair struggled to maintain schedules as staffing shortages, airspace congestion, and extreme summer demand collided. Airports in Spain, the UK, Germany, and the Netherlands were especially impacted, with some flights delayed more than three hours. Across the continent, travelers encountered packed terminals, missed connections, and limited rebooking options as disruptions rippled through Europe’s interconnected air travel system.
Meanwhile in Japan, Typhoon Nari has grounded over 800 flights nationwide, stranding thousands of passengers at major airports including Haneda, Narita, and Kansai. Severe weather, strong wind gusts, and poor visibility triggered widespread delays, with rebooking options limited and disruptions expected to continue through mid-week.