Ash Cloud Crisis News
Ryanair cancels all UK weekend flights
Ryanair has confirmed it is to cancel all north European departures until Monday. The Irish carrier cited safety concerns for the decision, as a cloud of volcanic dust from Iceland continues to spread across the continent.
Volcanic ash gridlocks European airspace
Tens of thousands of airline passengers across Northern Europe face travel chaos today after a mushroom cloud of volcanic debris from Iceland heads towards the Continent. All UK airspace has been closed since midday, leaving thousands of families returning from their Easter holidays stranded.
Media update on dsruption and cancellations caused by Icelandic volcanic ash
Flybe, the UK’s Biggest Domestic Airline, can confirm the following headlines from this morning’s flying schedule: