US EditionFlight disruption warning as exact date airports face fuel shortages revealed
ACI Europe says jet fuel stocks are depleting and suppliers cannot guarantee deliveries beyond May, raising the risk of flight delays and cancellations.
- On Sunday, United States Vice President Vance departed Islamabad after exhausting 21 hours of failed negotiations with Iran, stating "the bad news is that we have not reached an agreement."
- Since early 2026, the Strait of Hormuz has remained blocked due to conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, disrupting the critical waterway through which one-fifth of global oil normally transits.
- European jet fuel prices hit a record $1,900 per metric ton this week, prompting four Italian airports—Milan Linate, Venice Marco Polo, Treviso, and Bologna—to introduce temporary refueling limits.
- Ryanair and EasyJet executives warned of potential disruptions starting in May, while ACI Europe cautioned that airports could face "systemic" fuel shortages if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed.
- Industry experts warn that systemic fuel shortages will become reality for the European Union if the Strait of Hormuz does not resume stable passage within the next three weeks.
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HS: Finnair and Norwegian report stable fuel supply
Finnair and Norwegian have sufficient fuel to maintain operations despite warnings of shortages across Europe, according to Helsingin Sanomat. The newspaper reported that both airlines see no immediate disruption to flights, even as concerns grow over supply linked to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Airlines across Europe face pressure after ACI Europe warned that jet fuel stocks could last only three weeks if shipping through the strait do…
Ryanair and easyJet warn passengers: Delays could hit EU airports from May 4
Low-cost airlines Ryanair and easyJet have cautioned that European airports could be facing systemic fuel shortages if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, leading to delays for travellers. Industry experts estimate that shortages and delays could be imminent as early as next month if the situation involving the strait does not change. To be specific, airports across Europe could be feeling… Source
One of the main consequences of Iran's war is the closure, by the Islamist regime, of the Strait of Ormuz, where approximately 20% of the world's oil traffic passes.The situation is critical because such an obstacle is an increase in the price of fuel and, in the short term, problems of supply. Airlines have already warned that the time at which they run out of reserves is approaching.ACI Europe, the organisation representing EU airports, noted …
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