There were more than 700 flights cancelled yesterday as a result of the air traffic control delays - and there are likely to be more today as the chaos continues
Over 700 flights have been cancelled, with the number expected to rise as Europe's air control system struggles amidst the start of the school holidays. Airlines are criticising the Euro air traffic control, labelling it 'no longer fit for purpose' amid the chaos on what is the busiest weekend of the year.
Ryanair's statement highlighted the extent of the disruption: "On Mon 22 Jul, 19% of Ryanair's first wave departures were delayed due to ATC 'staff shortages'. These repeated flight delays due to ATC mismanagement are unacceptable. We apologise to our passengers for these repeated ATC flight delays which are deeply regrettable but beyond Ryanair's control."
"This cannot go on. Urgent reform alongside additional resilience and staffing need to be put into place so passengers don't have to suffer the consequences of lengthy delays or the risk of their flight being cancelled."
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