https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/ash cloud crisis/ Ash Cloud Crisis News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T10:39:51+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-cloud-halts-australia-flights/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-cloud-halts-australia-flights/ Hundreds of passengers are facing travel disruption after a volcanic eruption in Indonesia sent ash clouds over the region, forcing airlines to cancel flights to and from Northern Australia. Sat, 31 May 2014 09:00:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-cloud-and-snow-sink-flybe-into-the-red/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-cloud-and-snow-sink-flybe-into-the-red/ Low-cost carrier Flybe has sunk into the red over the past financial year due to rising fuel costs and a wave of cancellations caused by the Icelandic ash cloud last April and freezing weather in winter. Pre-tax losses were £4.3m in the carrier’s first full year results since its £60m floatation on the stock market. Thu, 30 Jun 2011 16:02:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/further-ash-cloud-disruption-in-southern-australia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/further-ash-cloud-disruption-in-southern-australia/ Virgin Australia and Qantas Airlines have both cancelled flights in Australia as aviation in the southern hemisphere continues to be affected by volcanic ash. All flights in to and out of Sydney and Melbourne have been cancelled for the next 48 hours as ash from the Puyehue-Cordon Caulle volcano in Chile circles the earth for the second time. Tue, 21 Jun 2011 10:17:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/confusion-as-australian-ash-cloud-disruption-enters-third-day/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/confusion-as-australian-ash-cloud-disruption-enters-third-day/ Safety was at the heard of a developing debate in Australia this morning, with carriers offering sharply different responses to the ongoing ash cloud crisis. While Australian flag-carrier Qantas has cancelled flights across the country, competitor Virgin Atlantic insisted it was safe to fly. Tue, 14 Jun 2011 08:37:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/australasian-airlines-grounded-by-chilean-ash/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/australasian-airlines-grounded-by-chilean-ash/ Qantas, Jetstar and Tiger Airways have all cancelled flights this morning, as strong winds carry ash particles from Puyehue Volcano in Chile across the southern hemisphere. Air travel in South America also continues to be disrupted, with flights in and out of the Argentine and Uruguayan capitals cancelled. Mon, 13 Jun 2011 08:27:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/australian-flights-grounded-by-ash-cloud/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/australian-flights-grounded-by-ash-cloud/ Dozens of flights in Australasia have been grounded as an ash cloud from South America drifts over the Atlantic and Indian oceans. Originating in Chile, the cloud has drifted around the world to lie over southern parts of New Zealand and Australia. Sun, 12 Jun 2011 13:45:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/argentine-ash-cloud-closes-south-america-airports/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/argentine-ash-cloud-closes-south-america-airports/ South America has become the latest victim of volcanic ash, with airports in Argentina and neighbouring Uruguay forced to close following a volcanic eruption in Chile. The Puyehue Volcano – dormant for decades – erupted over the weekend, sending a plume of ash over the Andes and disrupting air traffic in South America for days. Fri, 10 Jun 2011 11:55:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chile-ash-cloud-flights-resume-across-south-america/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chile-ash-cloud-flights-resume-across-south-america/ Flight are resuming in Argentina and Chile after a huge volcanic ash brought air space across large part of South America to a standstill. However heavy rain around Puyehue volcano in Chile has prompted fears of mudslides. Wed, 08 Jun 2011 12:06:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-cloud-uk-airports-set-for-busiest-weekend-in-a-decade/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-cloud-uk-airports-set-for-busiest-weekend-in-a-decade/ More than two million people are expected to pass through UK airports this weekend, making it the busiest Whitsun bank holiday in at least a decade, with New York, Dubai and Dublin the top three destinations. Eurocontrol said it expected a trouble-free weekend following uncertainties earlier in the week surrounding the ash cloud. The volcano is reported to still be active but throwing out steam and smoke rather than ash. Fri, 27 May 2011 17:01:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/princess-cruises-icelandic-volcanic-activity-update/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/princess-cruises-icelandic-volcanic-activity-update/ Iceland experienced a volcanic eruption over the weekend from the Grimsvotn volcano, and we are currently monitoring the impact of the resulting volcanic ash cloud. Fri, 27 May 2011 03:30:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-cloud-poses-no-threat-to-whitsun-holidays/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-cloud-poses-no-threat-to-whitsun-holidays/ The UK Met Office has said the volcanic ash cloud poses no threat to holidaymakers planning to fly over the Whitsun bank holiday. Meanwhile Transport Secretary Philip Hammond has put a new structure in place to deal more efficiently with any future eruptions by Icelandic volcanoes. Thu, 26 May 2011 16:22:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eurostar-puts-on-extra-bank-holiday-services-to-meet-ash-cloud-disruption/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eurostar-puts-on-extra-bank-holiday-services-to-meet-ash-cloud-disruption/ Eurostar has announced it will be running additional services between London and Paris on Friday 27 and Saturday 28 May to meet increased demand resulting from the ash cloud disruption. To help bank holiday passengers get away, the high-speed train operator is organising two extra trains from London St Pancras to Paris Gare Du Nord and back. Thu, 26 May 2011 15:31:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/stena-line-announces-measures-to-deal-with-ash-cloud1/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/stena-line-announces-measures-to-deal-with-ash-cloud1/ Stena Line is preparing to assist travellers in crossing the Irish Sea following the UK Met Office prediction that another ash cloud will reach the UK, with the potential of throwing thousands of peoples travel plans into chaos. Wed, 25 May 2011 20:00:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-cloud-german-airspace-reopens/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-cloud-german-airspace-reopens/ Air traffic over northern Germany is returning to normal after being disrupted by volcanic ash from Iceland. Planes have resumed taking off from and landing at Berlin’s airport, Hamburg and Bremen after being closed this morning, which resulted in the cancellation of about 700 flights. Wed, 25 May 2011 17:07:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-update-uk-airspace-returns-to-normal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-update-uk-airspace-returns-to-normal/ Flights across the UK have returned to normal after the ash cloud from the Icelandic volcanic eruption cleared UK skies. Nats, the UK air traffic control company, said there is currently no impact from volcanic ash on UK airspace. Wed, 25 May 2011 17:02:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ba-test-flight-proves-it-is-safe-to-fly-through-ash-cloud/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ba-test-flight-proves-it-is-safe-to-fly-through-ash-cloud/ Willie Walsh, chief executive of International Airlines Group, has said a British Airways test flight over the north of England and Scotland, where the ash cloud was meant to be at its densest, on Tuesday “found nothing”. Wed, 25 May 2011 16:06:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airport-aggravation-boosts-cruise-bookings/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airport-aggravation-boosts-cruise-bookings/ Cruise news and review website Cruise Critic is predicting a surge in cruise bookings from UK ports as travellers are reminded again of the stress and disruption caused to holiday plans by the ash cloud. Wed, 25 May 2011 15:12:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-cloud-northern-germany-airspace-closed/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-cloud-northern-germany-airspace-closed/ Flights across northern Germany have been grounded because of ash from Iceland’s Grimsvotn volcano. Berlin, Bremen and Hamburg airports were closed this morning. But air traffic is returning to normal in other parts of northern Europe, a day after about 500 flights were cancelled across the region. Wed, 25 May 2011 12:05:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/industry-expert-for-ash-cloud-commentary-ceo-of-no.1-traveller/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/industry-expert-for-ash-cloud-commentary-ceo-of-no.1-traveller/ Commenting on the volcanic eruption in Iceland, Phil Cameron, CEO at No.1 Traveller (the UK’s leading operator of premium services at airports) says: “Travellers may not be able to avoid the ash cloud or the disruption it might bring, but they can be better prepared. Wed, 25 May 2011 02:30:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hrg-ready-for-action-in-case-of-second-icelandic-ash-cloud1/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hrg-ready-for-action-in-case-of-second-icelandic-ash-cloud1/ As Europe prepares for potential travel disruption caused by ash from the Grimsvotn volcano in Iceland, Hogg Robinson Group (HRG), the world class corporate travel services company, is reassuring clients that it has robust contingency plans in place once again to minimise any interference to their travel plans.  Tue, 24 May 2011 22:00:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hrg-ready-for-action-in-case-of-second-icelandic-ash-cloud/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hrg-ready-for-action-in-case-of-second-icelandic-ash-cloud/ As Europe prepares for potential travel disruption caused by ash from the Grimsvotn volcano in Iceland, Hogg Robinson Group (HRG), the world class corporate travel services company, is reassuring clients that it has robust contingency plans in place once again to minimise any interference to their travel plans.  Tue, 24 May 2011 22:00:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-likely-to-escape-ash-cloud/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-likely-to-escape-ash-cloud/ The volcanic ash cloud is likely to miss London as it sweeps across the United Kingdom. However it has brought flights into and out of Scotland to a standstill, and Irish airspace has also been severely disrupted. Meanwhile Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary has sparked controversy by claiming the cloud is “non-existent and mythical and misguided invention by the UK Met Office and the Civil Aviation Authority”. Tue, 24 May 2011 17:04:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-cloud-latest-travel-advice/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-cloud-latest-travel-advice/ As the Icelandic ash cloud spreads to Britain, BTN gives a quick round-up of the latest travel news. Tue, 24 May 2011 16:01:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/irish-ferries-ready-for-second-ash-boost/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/irish-ferries-ready-for-second-ash-boost/ Irish Ferries’ super ship Ulysses is poised to welcome any air travellers disrupted by another Icelandic volcano. Tue, 24 May 2011 15:41:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-cloud-flybe-scottish-service-update/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-cloud-flybe-scottish-service-update/ Flybe, the UK’s airline, confirmed that it operated a full schedule of services from Edinburgh and Glasgow airports this morning (up to 10.00) carrying 931 passengers on 16 flights to destinations including Birmingham, Southampton and Manchester. Tue, 24 May 2011 13:00:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airlines-need-to-act-fast-on-volcanic-ash-says-which-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airlines-need-to-act-fast-on-volcanic-ash-says-which-travel/ Following the news that ash from the Grimsvotn volcano in Iceland is due to reach the UK by tomorrow morning , Rochelle Turner, Head of Research for Which? Travel, says: Tue, 24 May 2011 05:59:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-cloud-moves-towards-uk-and-europe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-cloud-moves-towards-uk-and-europe/ An ash cloud from Iceland’s largest volcano continues to move towards the UK and mainland Europe, and is expected to reach the eastern coast of Ireland and northern Russia. Flights in Scotland have been cancelled by regional airline Loganair on Tuesday as the Civil Aviation Authority warns that disruption cannot be ruled out. Mon, 23 May 2011 16:12:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-cloud-expected-to-reach-scotland-by-tuesday/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-cloud-expected-to-reach-scotland-by-tuesday/ Meteorologists have warned that the ash cloud could reach Scotland by Tuesday and spread to England, France by Thursday. However the wind pattern remains changeable and the cloud could still be swept away from the UK. Mon, 23 May 2011 10:03:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/iceland-volcanic-ash-cloud-advice-from-travelsupermarket.com/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/iceland-volcanic-ash-cloud-advice-from-travelsupermarket.com/ Commenting on the volcanic eruption in Iceland, Bob Atkinson, travel expert at travelsupermarket.com says: Mon, 23 May 2011 09:31:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-to-ease-flight-compensation-rules/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-to-ease-flight-compensation-rules/ New European Union proposals could spare airlines from paying customers full compensation when flights are grounded. Siim Kallas, the European Commission vice president, said the EU was poised to change the “denied boarding” regulation 261, which was originally introduced to protect passengers when they were unable to take the flight they had paid for. Tue, 12 Apr 2011 16:55:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/leave-the-ash-at-the-airport-and-drive-to-the-alps-this-winter/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/leave-the-ash-at-the-airport-and-drive-to-the-alps-this-winter/ Ski enthusiasts had their spring breaks thrown into turmoil last April, following the eruption of the, now infamous, Eyjafjallajökull volcano in Iceland. Mon, 23 Aug 2010 11:02:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cost-cutting-helps-kuoni-narrow-losses/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cost-cutting-helps-kuoni-narrow-losses/ A programme of cost cutting has helped luxury tour operator Kuoni reduce first-half losses to £23 million from £30 million in 2009 despite sales remaining “muted” due to the European debt crisis, the volcanic ash cloud and political voilence in Thailand. Thu, 19 Aug 2010 13:04:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-high-court-suspends-flight-compensation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-high-court-suspends-flight-compensation/ The High Court in London has suspended the right of UK air passengers to claim compensation from airlines for flight delays. The ruling means that UK courts will hear no further compensation cases until a further ECJ ruling, which isn’t expected till 2012. Tue, 17 Aug 2010 13:07:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-warns-klm-over-compensation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-warns-klm-over-compensation/ KLM has reignited the debate about EU airline compensation rules, following its decision to reimburse only 24 hours worth of hotel and meal expenses to passengers caught up in the volcanic ash cloud. Mon, 16 Aug 2010 11:00:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/baa-suffers-ash-cloud-fall-out/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/baa-suffers-ash-cloud-fall-out/ UK airport operator BAA has said the number of passengers using its airports fell in May because of continued disruption from the Icelandic volcanic ash cloud and the British Airways strike. Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:48:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/easyjet-unveils-technology-to-beat-ash-cloud/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/easyjet-unveils-technology-to-beat-ash-cloud/ easyJet has unveiled a radar system that will allow airlines to safely fly around ash clouds. The device incorporates infra-red technology that highlights potentially damaging particles within a 100km radius, thereby enabling the pilot to change course and continue their journey safely. Fri, 04 Jun 2010 13:33:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-boom-following-concerns-over-ash-and-strikes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-boom-following-concerns-over-ash-and-strikes/ According to the Passenger Shipping Association’s latest review nearly four out of ten UK cruise holiday makers now embark on their cruise from a UK port. The majority however still opt for a fly cruise with its attendant added worries and stress about travel to and from the ship. Wed, 02 Jun 2010 09:32:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mixed-fortunes-for-uk-hoteliers-in-volcanic-ash-cloud-fallout/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mixed-fortunes-for-uk-hoteliers-in-volcanic-ash-cloud-fallout/ London hotel occupancy suffered in April as the ash cloud prevented visitors from travelling to the capital. Mon, 24 May 2010 16:02:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/iceland-volcano-quietens-down/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/iceland-volcano-quietens-down/ The Icelandic volcano that has brought chaos to air travel across Europe appears to be quietening down, according to the Icelandic Meteorological Office. Could this spell the end of the ash crisis? Mon, 24 May 2010 14:01:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-crisis-leads-to-30-percent-surge-in-eurotunnel-bookings/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-crisis-leads-to-30-percent-surge-in-eurotunnel-bookings/ The widespread disruption to European flight schedules due to the ash cloud has led to a 30 percent surge in Eurotunnel’s online bookings. The Channel Tunnel operator is experiencing unprecedented booking activity, which has also been boosted by the uncertainty surrounding a possible British Airways strike. Thu, 20 May 2010 13:14:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/e-victims.org-warns-travellers-about-volcanic-ash-compensation-scams/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/e-victims.org-warns-travellers-about-volcanic-ash-compensation-scams/ E-Victims.Org, the UK’s most comprehensive website for victims of e-crime and other online incidents, is warning travellers about Volcanic Ash Compensation Scams. Thu, 20 May 2010 11:49:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-ash-flight-rules-set-to-come-into-force/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-ash-flight-rules-set-to-come-into-force/ New measures developed by the Civil Aviation Authority are due to come into force today in an effort to reduce disruption caused by volcanic ash. Following talks between airlines, regulators, and aircraft manufacturers, the CAA has developed a new Time Limited Zone, allowing aircraft to fly through higher volumes of ash for shorter periods. Tue, 18 May 2010 10:36:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-update-dutch-airports-closed/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-update-dutch-airports-closed/ The new volcanic ash cloud is expected to result in the loss of 1,000 flights in Europe on Monday with airports across Holland closed, the Eurocontrol agency said. However the cloud was expected to disperse during the day, Europe’s intergovernmental air traffic coordinating agency said. Mon, 17 May 2010 13:53:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-cloud-causes-havoc-across-uk-airspace/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-cloud-causes-havoc-across-uk-airspace/ Flight restrictions have been lifted at all UK airports after the volcanic ash cloud over UK airspace moved away, and there will be no flight groundings on the mainland at least until 0100 BST on Tuesday, UK air traffic control said. Mon, 17 May 2010 11:33:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-cloud-forces-closure-of-heathrow-and-gatwick/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-cloud-forces-closure-of-heathrow-and-gatwick/ Heathrow and Gatwick have become the latest airports to be closed amid fresh fears about volcanic ash from Iceland. The Civil Aviation Authority has decided to shut the two key London airports as a safety precaution. Mon, 17 May 2010 00:27:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-losses-70m-due-to-ash-crisis/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-losses-70m-due-to-ash-crisis/ Thomas Cook has issued an upbeat trading statement despite losing £70m to cover expenses and repatriation fees of passengers stranded by the ash cloud. Pretax losses in the six months to the end of March narrowed to £252m compared with £309m the year before. Thu, 13 May 2010 16:43:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-cloud-forces-baa-numbers-down/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-cloud-forces-baa-numbers-down/ Airport operator BAA saw passenger numbers fall by a fifth in April, as ash from Iceland’s Eyjafjallajokull Volcano closed UK airports. The disruption continues to impact upon Europe, with airports in Spain, Germany, Italy, France and Portugal all intermittently closed over the weekend. Mon, 10 May 2010 10:05:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/return-of-the-ash-cloud-comment-paul-charles-aviation-crisis-management-exp/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/return-of-the-ash-cloud-comment-paul-charles-aviation-crisis-management-exp/ “Airlines will be watching nervously as the volcanic ash cloud descends again.” Thu, 06 May 2010 14:29:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-airspace-reopens-as-ash-cloud-dissipates/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-airspace-reopens-as-ash-cloud-dissipates/ Airspace in the United Kingdom and the Irish Republic has reopened as volcanic ash levels drop. However, the Civil Aviation Authority has warned the latest round of disruption could be just the start of an ongoing problem. Thu, 06 May 2010 10:55:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-ash-cloud-closes-further-uk-airports/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-ash-cloud-closes-further-uk-airports/ The Civil Aviation Authority has warned volcanic ash from Iceland remains a threat to UK airspace, as more airports suspend operations. Glasgow, Edinburgh and Belfast Airports are all presently closed, with warnings disruption may spread to north of England later today. Wed, 05 May 2010 15:24:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caa-closes-scottish-and-northern-irish-airports/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caa-closes-scottish-and-northern-irish-airports/ The Civil Aviation Authority has closed a number of airports in Scotland and Northern Ireland as the risk from volcanic ash continues to grow across the UK. The latest disruption comes as European Union transport ministers meet in Brussels to discuss how best to deal with future volcanic eruptions. Wed, 05 May 2010 09:47:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flights-resume-following-ash-threat/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flights-resume-following-ash-threat/ Flights from Northern Ireland and the Irish Republic have resumed following a brief application of airspace restrictions earlier this morning. Aer Lingus, Ryanair and easyJet are attempting to return services to normal, with thousands of passengers anxiously waiting at airports. Tue, 04 May 2010 14:32:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/Fresh-ash-ban-strikes-UK-airspace/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/Fresh-ash-ban-strikes-UK-airspace/ National Air Traffic Services has closed airspace in west Scotland and Northern Ireland until at least 13:00 today, with ash from Eyjafjallajökull again posing a threat to commercial aircraft. Airspace is also closed over Ireland, with the IAA expecting airports to reopen later today. Tue, 04 May 2010 09:50:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/quarter-of-brits-hit-by-ash-crisis-but-most-think-nats-was-right/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/quarter-of-brits-hit-by-ash-crisis-but-most-think-nats-was-right/ Almost 3 million British adults were directly affected by the recent closure of UK airports, according to new research. Wed, 28 Apr 2010 10:53:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flybe-launches-latest-book-with-confidence-measure-to-get-britain-back-on-t/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flybe-launches-latest-book-with-confidence-measure-to-get-britain-back-on-t/ Flybe, the UK’s Number One Domestic airline, has become the first airline in the world to offer its passengers the opportunity to buy separate Volcanic Ash Insurance underwritten by their travel insurance partner, Chartis. Wed, 28 Apr 2010 10:33:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airlines-slash-prices-in-wake-of-volcanic-disruption/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airlines-slash-prices-in-wake-of-volcanic-disruption/ Skyscanner (www.skyscanner.net) encourages travellers to bag a bargain as airlines initiate a frenzy of special offers to support UK consumers whose holidays may have gone up in smoke. Tue, 27 Apr 2010 15:01:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/volcano-forces-air-fares-to-soar/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/volcano-forces-air-fares-to-soar/ Airlines are likely to add more than $50 to the price of transatlantic tickets in a bid to recoup losses from the volcanic ash crisis and soaring oil prices. According to leading think tank, the Centre for Economics and Business Research, fares could rise by up to 5.2 per cent this year, and 6.3 per cent in 2011 and 2012. Tue, 27 Apr 2010 13:45:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-exterts-pressure-on-airlines-rocked-by-ash-crisis/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-exterts-pressure-on-airlines-rocked-by-ash-crisis/ The European Union is to exert “maximum pressure” on airlines to compensate passengers caught up in the volcano ash disruptions, but has hinted that aid may be made available to help cash-strapped carriers overcome the crisis. Tue, 27 Apr 2010 13:41:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travellers-stranded-bangkok-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travellers-stranded-bangkok-airport/ Hundreds of tourists remain stranded in the basement of Bangkok airport as airlines struggle to clear the backlog caused by the ash cloud crisis. The recent spate of civil disturbances also makes it safer to remain in the airport rather than staying at local hotels. Mon, 26 Apr 2010 12:26:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/branson-says-government-to-compensate-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/branson-says-government-to-compensate-airlines/ Virgin Atlantic boss Richard Branson has lashed out at the UK government for its handling of the ash crisis, saying it should pay compensation to airlines as there had been “no danger at all to flying”. Mon, 26 Apr 2010 11:49:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abu-dhabi-shows-stranded-passengers-local-hospitality-during-volcano-ash-fl/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abu-dhabi-shows-stranded-passengers-local-hospitality-during-volcano-ash-fl/ Passengers benefit from free tours and discounts to top attractions. Mon, 26 Apr 2010 10:38:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travellers-forced-to-cancel-holidays-to-avoid-ash-cloud-chaos/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travellers-forced-to-cancel-holidays-to-avoid-ash-cloud-chaos/ Thousands of holidaymakers across Europe have been forced to cancel or rearrange holidays planned for the immediate future due to air travel restrictions caused by the volcanic ash cloud. Fri, 23 Apr 2010 16:03:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thousands-more-emirates-passengers-move-throughout-europe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thousands-more-emirates-passengers-move-throughout-europe/ Today, an Emirates spokesperson announced that thousands more Emirates’ passengers have been able to travel today, supported by a full schedule of European flights and extra services to London. Fri, 23 Apr 2010 11:31:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/malaysia-airlines-assists-stranded-passengers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/malaysia-airlines-assists-stranded-passengers/ Malaysia Airlines is operating an additional service to assist any stranded passengers returning to the UK from Malaysia. This flight will operate as follows: Fri, 23 Apr 2010 11:24:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-emergency-response-network-statement-on-the-air-traffic-disruption-/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-emergency-response-network-statement-on-the-air-traffic-disruption-/ Millions of people inside and outside Europe have been affected by the current air traffic disruption in European airspace. Fri, 23 Apr 2010 09:50:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/Stornoway-Kirkwall-Wick-and-Inverness-airports-closed-by-ash-cloud/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/Stornoway-Kirkwall-Wick-and-Inverness-airports-closed-by-ash-cloud/ Following a decision by National Air Traffic Services, Stornoway, Kirkwall, Wick and Inverness airports will remain closed today, as volcanic ash from Iceland continues to cause disruption to UK airspace. However, Highlands and Islands Airports has confirmed its seven other properties would be open as normal. Fri, 23 Apr 2010 08:54:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelport-renews-call-for-better-worldwide-crisis-coordination/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelport-renews-call-for-better-worldwide-crisis-coordination/ Today, Travelport president and CEO Jeff Clarke renewed his call to develop a US-EU Task Force on Global Emergency Communications. Thu, 22 Apr 2010 15:46:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/singapore-airlines-reinstates-full-european-flight-schedule/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/singapore-airlines-reinstates-full-european-flight-schedule/ With the reopening of European airspace, Singapore Airlines is returning to a full European flight schedule with immediate effect. Thu, 22 Apr 2010 15:27:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-could-mean-20-boost-to-uk-economy/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-could-mean-20-boost-to-uk-economy/ Marcus Simmons, managing director from iknow-uk, the UK’s leading independent accommodation and tourism directory, said: “I believe that the chaos surrounding the ash cloud, and the resulting issues for people trying to travel abroad will lead to more people considering a hassle free UK break this summer. Thu, 22 Apr 2010 15:15:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/volcano-crisis-cost-airlines-1.7-billion/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/volcano-crisis-cost-airlines-1.7-billion/ The International Air Transport Association (IATA) estimated that the Icelandic volcano crisis cost airlines more than $1.7 billion in lost revenue through Tuesday—six days after the initial eruption. Thu, 22 Apr 2010 14:52:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/volcanic-ash-cloud-the-cost-to-businesses-comment-from-concur/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/volcanic-ash-cloud-the-cost-to-businesses-comment-from-concur/ The Icelandic volcanic ash cloud has caused disruption to airlines, holiday makers and business travellers across the globe and whilst some stranded people are starting to make their way home, the fallout from the crisis will cause financial disruption for business for months to come. Thu, 22 Apr 2010 14:24:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ryanair-to-compensate-stranded-passengers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ryanair-to-compensate-stranded-passengers/ Ryanair has made a dramatic climb down from an earlier decision to refuse to pay the hotel and food bills of passengers stranded by the ash cloud. Instead the budget carrier has bowed to passenger outrage following its flouting of strict EU regulation that requires coverage of costs. Thu, 22 Apr 2010 12:12:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/easyjet-has-today-resumed-flying/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/easyjet-has-today-resumed-flying/ Following the re-opening of airspace across the UK and Europe, easyJet has resumed some services across the UK and Continental Europe today. Thu, 22 Apr 2010 11:54:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/avis-uk-launches-domestic-get-home-product/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/avis-uk-launches-domestic-get-home-product/ Leading car rental company Avis UK has today launched a domestic ‘Get Home’ product to assist travellers whose journeys have been disrupted by the volcanic ash cloud. Thu, 22 Apr 2010 10:47:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-ash-cloud-app-available-on-ovi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-ash-cloud-app-available-on-ovi/ After six days of travel misery, some flights have now resumed, but experts are predicting that it will be potentially a few weeks before airlines and airports resume normal service. Thu, 22 Apr 2010 10:43:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/avis-ik-latest-response-to-travel-disruption-volcanic-cloud/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/avis-ik-latest-response-to-travel-disruption-volcanic-cloud/ Leading car rental company Avis UK has announced an increased presence across the UK’s major transport hubs to assist travellers on the final leg of journeys that have been disrupted by the volcanic ash cloud. Thu, 22 Apr 2010 10:29:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-crisis-the-travel-industry-retaliates/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ash-crisis-the-travel-industry-retaliates/ The travel and tourism industry has mounted an attack on the UK government’s handling of the ash crisis. The head of Europe’s largest tour operator, Tui, labelled the government’s response to the six-day crisis “shambolic”, whilst the Conservatives have called for a “rapid inquiry”. Thu, 22 Apr 2010 10:21:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-express-goes-24-hour/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-express-goes-24-hour/ Gatwick Express, the non-stop rail-air link between central London and Gatwick Airport, is running a 24 hour service to help clear the back log of passengers arriving at the airport having been delayed by the volcanic ash. Wed, 21 Apr 2010 15:03:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/Which-airlines-are-flying-where-as-the-volcanic-dust-settles/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/Which-airlines-are-flying-where-as-the-volcanic-dust-settles/ European airlines are taking to the skies for the first time in six days, following a decision by National Air Traffic Services to remove restrictions on aviation traffic. But which airlines are offering departures today, which destinations remain off limits, and how long will the disruption last? Wed, 21 Apr 2010 13:06:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bar-uk-welcomes-re-start-of-airline-operations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bar-uk-welcomes-re-start-of-airline-operations/ The Board of Airline Representatives in the UK (BAR UK), representing over 90 airlines, has welcomed the decision by the relevant authorities to re-open significant areas of UK airspace, particularly Southern England where the UK’s busiest airports are located. Wed, 21 Apr 2010 12:09:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flybe-travel-update-wednesday-21st-april-2010-1130/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flybe-travel-update-wednesday-21st-april-2010-1130/ Flybe will begin operating as many of our services as possible after 1300 today. Wed, 21 Apr 2010 12:01:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/swiftcover.com-travel-insurance-will-cover-travellers-affected-by-ash-cloud/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/swiftcover.com-travel-insurance-will-cover-travellers-affected-by-ash-cloud/ Online insurer swiftcover.com says that its travel insurance policyholders will be covered if their travel plans have been disrupted by the volcanic ash cloud over Europe. Wed, 21 Apr 2010 11:59:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/car-hire-customers-still-having-problems-due-to-icelandic-volcano-ash/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/car-hire-customers-still-having-problems-due-to-icelandic-volcano-ash/ With the Icelandic volcanic ashcontinuing to make life difficult for travellers and leave them stranded and unable to pick up rental cars, leading car hire website Carrentals.co.uk is advising them to call hire companies for help with cancellations and pick up delays. Wed, 21 Apr 2010 11:40:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/editors-blog-was-airspace-ban-necessary/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/editors-blog-was-airspace-ban-necessary/ While the ash cloud lingers, the Civil Aviation Authority – under huge pressure from the vested interests of the major European carriers – has declared it safe to fly. But was it necessary to ground all flights for such a period? Here Chris O’Toole takes a look. Wed, 21 Apr 2010 11:39:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/number-of-travellers-staying-at-on-airport-hotels-grows-nearly-60/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/number-of-travellers-staying-at-on-airport-hotels-grows-nearly-60/ Almost 60% more UK air travellers booked an on-airport hotel room with HolidayExtras.com between December 2009 and February 2010 compared to the same period last year - despite declining UK airport passenger numbers. Wed, 21 Apr 2010 11:27:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-tourism-calls-for-governments-to-intervene-in-the-face-of-the-crisis/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-tourism-calls-for-governments-to-intervene-in-the-face-of-the-crisis/ The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) – the voice of the world’s 100 foremost Travel & Tourism leaders – has called for action to safeguard the health of the Travel & Tourism economy in light of continued travel disruption caused by volcanic ash. Wed, 21 Apr 2010 11:16:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-prepares-for-wave-of-flights-into-europe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-prepares-for-wave-of-flights-into-europe/ An Emirates spokesperson has announced that Emirates is preparing for a wave of flights into Europe with signs that the volcanic ash clouds that have plagued the region may be subsiding. Wed, 21 Apr 2010 11:12:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/avis-europe-response-to-travel-disruption-volcanic-cloud/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/avis-europe-response-to-travel-disruption-volcanic-cloud/ Leading car rental company Avis Europe has announced several measures it is implementing across countries affected by the current air travel disruption caused by the volcanic cloud, to help ease the burden for many travellers. Wed, 21 Apr 2010 10:29:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/Airlines-begin-clearing-backlog-as-UK-airspace-reopens/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/Airlines-begin-clearing-backlog-as-UK-airspace-reopens/ Following a decision by the Civil Aviation Authority to allow aircraft to operate in low density volcanic ash, National Air Traffic Services has removed restrictions on aviation activity in UK airspace. The decision ends six days of disruption, with the International Air Transport Association reporting costs could run to $1.7 billion. Wed, 21 Apr 2010 09:36:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/Scottish-Northern-Irish-and-English-airspace-to-reopen/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/Scottish-Northern-Irish-and-English-airspace-to-reopen/ A British Airways flight has landed safely at Heathrow airport as UK airspace reopened after test flights proved planes can withstand volcanic ash, and the Civil Aviation Authority agreed to lift the blanket ban on airspace. Calling it a ‘situation without precedent’, the CAA added: “The major barrier has been understanding aircraft tolerance levels to ash.” Tue, 20 Apr 2010 23:46:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/ash-crisis-double-dip-recession/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/ash-crisis-double-dip-recession/ The ash cloud could not have come at a worse time for airlines. The industry is losing around $200m a day. How much longer can the crisis go on before its sparks a double-dip recession, and airlines start going to the wall? BTN’s resident vulcanologist Adam Coulter investigates. Tue, 20 Apr 2010 16:49:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/BA-Ryanair-easyJet-flights-succumb-to-second-ash-cloud/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/BA-Ryanair-easyJet-flights-succumb-to-second-ash-cloud/ Following the latest information from National Air Traffic Services, British Airways, easyJet and Ryanair have decided to cancel short-haul departures in northern Europe today. British Airways, however, hopes to operate a number of long-haul services, while Ireland’s Ryanair has seen a number of flights depart in the south of Europe. Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:05:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/WTO-calls-for-solidarity-as-airlines-count-cost-of-aviation-ban/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/WTO-calls-for-solidarity-as-airlines-count-cost-of-aviation-ban/ The World Tourism Organisation has called for solidarity as the Icelandic volcanic ash crisis enters its sixth day. However, airlines in the UK – including British Airways and easyJet – have called for government support, as the IATA warns of the spiralling cost of the disaster. Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:01:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-welcomes-airspace-announcement-but-getting-back-to-normal-will-take-ti/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-welcomes-airspace-announcement-but-getting-back-to-normal-will-take-ti/ ABTA, The Travel Association, welcomed the announcement of the initial lifting of the current air travel restrictions over UK air space. Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:29:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-to-commence-services-to-iraq/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-to-commence-services-to-iraq/ Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has announced it will commence flights from Abu Dhabi to Baghdad on April 26, subject to government and regulatory approvals, becoming the first airline in the UAE to fly to Iraq. Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:13:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/NATS-warns-of-second-ash-cloud-as-Scottish-flights-resume/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/NATS-warns-of-second-ash-cloud-as-Scottish-flights-resume/ Plans to reopen British airspace to aviation traffic today are being hampered by a second ash cloud from the Eyjafjallajökull volcano in Iceland. However, a limited number of flights are beginning operations in Scotland and Northern Ireland amid what remains a fluid situation. Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:03:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hrg-statement-disruptions-caused-by-volcanic-ash/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hrg-statement-disruptions-caused-by-volcanic-ash/ Since Thursday 15 April, when airspace over the UK, and subsequently Europe, was closed… Tue, 20 Apr 2010 09:57:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/30-of-uk-public-think-flying-ban-should-be-lifted/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/30-of-uk-public-think-flying-ban-should-be-lifted/ With thousands of travellers still stranded by the travel chaos caused by the volcanic ash cloud and scrambling to get home, flight site Skyscanner has seen a leap in flight searches to and from the European airports surrounding the periphery of the worst affected areas. Tue, 20 Apr 2010 09:52:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flybe-taking-to-the-air-again-tomorrow-as-some-airports-re-open/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flybe-taking-to-the-air-again-tomorrow-as-some-airports-re-open/ UK’s Number One doestic airline to operate 18 services to and from 7 UK airports serving Newcastle, Scotland and Northern Ireland Tue, 20 Apr 2010 09:48:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/budget-waives-its-cancellation-and-no-show-charges-until-further-notice-due/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/budget-waives-its-cancellation-and-no-show-charges-until-further-notice-due/ Following the travel restrictions in place over Europe as a result of the volcanic eruption in Iceland, there has been confusion around whether customers can obtain a refund on car hire bookings they are unable to fulfil. Tue, 20 Apr 2010 09:39:59 +0000