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Belgium ATC strikes: Skeyes industrial action grounds flights to/from Brussels and Charleroi, shuts Belgian airspace 2pm–9pm

A second industrial action by Belgian air traffic controllers at Skeyes followed a spontaneous overnight strike, prompting widespread delays, diversions and cancellations. Brussels Airport said no air traffic is possible in Belgium between 2pm and 9pm local time June 2, affecting more than 100 flights at Brussels and Charleroi.

2026-06-02T07:56:58.224412-07:00

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SITA acquires Big Blue Analytics to scale AI-enabled disruption recovery for airlines

2026-06-02T05:58:05.437147-07:00

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Jazeera Airways looks to revive London connectivity via Luton as Heathrow expansion plans improve network upside

2026-06-02T03:26:13.465645-07:00

Reuters

DHS chief says international processing won’t stop at Newark Liberty amid “sanctuary city” dispute

2026-06-01T17:41:31.598913-07:00

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Belgium ATC strikes: Skeyes industrial action grounds flights to/from Brussels and Charleroi, shuts Belgian airspace 2pm–9pm A second industrial action by Belgian air traffic controllers at Skeyes followed a spontaneous overnight strike, prompting widespread delays, diversions and cancellations. Brussels Airport said no air traffic is possible in Belgium between 2pm and 9pm local time June 2, affecting more than 100 flights at Brussels and Charleroi.

2026-06-02T07:56:58.224412-07:00

Belgium ATC strikes: Skeyes industrial action grounds flights to/from Brussels and Charleroi, shuts Belgian airspace 2pm–9pm

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SITA acquires Big Blue Analytics to scale AI-enabled disruption recovery for airlines SITA has acquired Big Blue Analytics, the developer behind OCC Assistant Manager (OCCam), an AI-enabled platform aimed at helping airlines recover from operational disruptions faster and at lower cost. The deal positions SITA to expand automated recovery capabilities across airline operations.

2026-06-02T05:58:05.437147-07:00

SITA acquires Big Blue Analytics to scale AI-enabled disruption recovery for airlines

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Jazeera Airways looks to revive London connectivity via Luton as Heathrow expansion plans improve network upside Jazeera Airways plans to restore its London service by switching to London Luton instead of returning to the capital’s larger hubs, aiming to maintain a link to the Indian subcontinent region. Separately, Frontier Economics’ research points to which UK airports could benefit from renewed connections as additional Heathrow capacity is delivered via a third runway.

2026-06-02T03:26:13.465645-07:00

Jazeera Airways looks to revive London connectivity via Luton as Heathrow expansion plans improve network upside

Reuters

DHS chief says international processing won’t stop at Newark Liberty amid “sanctuary city” dispute U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said he does not need to halt international flight processing at Newark Liberty International Airport, citing cooperation from state and local law enforcement near a detention center. The comment directly challenges prior warnings that CBP enforcement measures could disrupt inbound arrivals.

2026-06-01T17:41:31.598913-07:00

DHS chief says international processing won’t stop at Newark Liberty amid “sanctuary city” dispute

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Indonesia to reopen two air bases for commercial flights Indonesia plans to reopen two air bases to commercial air traffic, expanding where operators can land and depart in the archipelago. The move has implications for airport slot access, operator route planning, and the regulatory and operational framework needed to run civilian services out of military infrastructure.

2026-06-01T17:12:47.105803-07:00

Indonesia to reopen two air bases for commercial flights

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Wake-turbulence injuries: Emirates A380 wake hits Eurowings A320, six hurt near cruising altitude An Emirates A380 traveling roughly 9 miles ahead of an Airbus A320 left wake turbulence that injured five to six people aboard the Eurowings flight, with reports including a flight attendant thrown toward the cabin ceiling. The events occurred despite safe separation and highlight wake-turbulence exposure across wide/medium jet pairings.

2026-06-01T10:12:34.562979-07:00

Wake-turbulence injuries: Emirates A380 wake hits Eurowings A320, six hurt near cruising altitude

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Italy floats long-haul, all-business-class operations from Milan Linate Italy is considering a concept for launching long-haul flights in an all-business-class format from Milan Linate (LIN). The proposal would use the city-airport for long-haul premium-focused flying, challenging the airport’s conventional short-haul positioning and testing demand and operational fit for Linate-based itineraries.

2026-06-01T08:13:21.856543-07:00

Italy floats long-haul, all-business-class operations from Milan Linate

Reuters

KLM cancels Entebbe routes as Ebola-linked travel restrictions tighten KLM said it is cancelling flights to and from Entebbe International Airport in Uganda, citing tighter international travel and entry restrictions connected to the ongoing Ebola outbreak in Central Africa. The carrier linked the disruption to evolving cross-border rules governing passenger access.

2026-06-01T06:34:36.182898-07:00

KLM cancels Entebbe routes as Ebola-linked travel restrictions tighten

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Belgium ATC strikes: Skeyes industrial action grounds flights to/from Brussels and Charleroi, shuts Belgian airspace 2pm–9pm

SITA acquires Big Blue Analytics to scale AI-enabled disruption recovery for airlines

Jazeera Airways looks to revive London connectivity via Luton as Heathrow expansion plans improve network upside

DHS chief says international processing won’t stop at Newark Liberty amid “sanctuary city” dispute

News Timeline