A bomb warning sent by email diverted a flight from Tel Aviv to Sofia. All six aircraft landed safely, and inspections found no explosives. The previous day, a separate alert diverted a Wizz Air flight to Budapest.
Six flights faced bomb threats across Europe. Checks at Murcia ruled out an explosive device, while inspections in Rome found no explosives; aircraft were also examined in Poland and Bulgaria.
Passengers on Vueling flight VY3008 from Barcelona spent more than five hours aboard after a false bomb alert at Gran Canaria Airport. State security forces are investigating who made the report.
Iberia’s 1946 flight to Buenos Aires carried four women working in a role that had no settled name. The journey took 36 hours and required three refuelling stops.
A missile reportedly hit Riyadh airport on October 10, sending injured people to hospitals and disrupting flights. Saudi authorities had not confirmed the Saturday incident at publication time.
Nerea Garmendia was left stranded at Bilbao airport with her toddler after being refused a bus ride home, even though seats were empty. She paid €188 for a taxi, raising new questions about how transport companies treat passengers.
British Airways flight BA295 descended from about 37,000 feet to 9,000 feet over Ireland after a technical problem. The Boeing 777-200ER declared an emergency and returned to Heathrow after 4 hours and 47 minutes in the air.
A Delta flight from Barcelona to Boston was diverted to Porto after smoke appeared in the cabin. Eight passengers received medical attention on the runway, and three were taken to hospital. The incident shows the challenges airlines face when technical problems arise in flight.
Floodwater has closed roads and disrupted air and rail services across Barcelona province. Flights and trains were suspended as several rivers reached risk levels.
A Delta Air Lines flight to Atlanta had to turn back to Barcelona’s El Prat airport after smoke was spotted coming from one engine. No one was hurt, and the emergency response briefly disrupted airport routines.
A drone operating from Moroccan airspace delayed an Iberia landing in Melilla on 22 September. Spain has asked Morocco to adjust drone flight levels, while AENA says the airport had no cancellations and did not need to close its airspace.
ERC wants Barcelona Airport’s planned expansion halted. Diana Riba is calling for Catalonia to control future investment and put rail ahead of further tourism-led growth.
Zaragoza airport is set for a major expansion, with 20 new routes to 15 countries launching in March 2027. Backed by €8.8 million in public funding, the initiative aims to raise the city’s profile in European aviation.
Spain’s leading construction groups are competing for the first major works at Barajas. The tenders, worth more than €146 million combined, are intended to increase capacity at T4 and T4S.
Spain’s domestic air traffic is climbing again. AVE high-speed rail disruptions and Ryanair’s retreat have pushed more passengers toward air travel. Vueling now leads the national market, while regional airports feel the impact.
A violent storm brought flash floods and major transport disruptions to Barcelona. Metro and road services, along with the airport, faced severe interruptions as emergency crews responded to hundreds of incidents across the city.
Spain’s government has approved DORA III, setting a minimal rise in airport fees and a €13 billion investment plan. The move has drawn sharp criticism from coalition partner Sumar and major airlines, exposing deep divisions over the future of Spanish aviation infrastructure.
A wildfire broke out near Bilbao Airport on Monday night, prompting a major emergency response. Firefighters from three stations and a forest unit worked through the night to contain it. Airport operations were unaffected.
A wildfire started Monday evening in Derio's San Isidro area, a few kilometers from Loiu Airport. Fire crews from several towns worked to contain flames that began in dense pampas grass and threatened a basic transport corridor.
A wildfire broke out in the San Isidro woods of Derio, close to Bilbao Airport. Fire crews from several stations worked overnight to keep the flames from disrupting air traffic and limit environmental damage. The fire was fully extinguished by early morning.
A forest fire broke out near Bilbao airport but was quickly brought under control. Fire crews from three stations worked through the night, while airport operations continued as normal. No injuries or damage were reported.
A wildfire broke out Monday evening in Derio, close to Loiu Airport. Firefighters from three stations worked to contain the blaze, which started in pampas grass and drew close attention because of its location near major transport links.
A wildfire broke out near Bilbao airport late Monday. Fire crews from three stations are working to contain the flames. The lack of wind is slowing the spread, but the situation remains tense.
A 20-year-old pregnant woman arriving from São Paulo was arrested at Madrid Barajas after police found 69 cocaine packets hidden inside her body. The case shows the dangers drug mules face and the demands placed on airport security.
A technical failure in the UK’s air traffic control system forced more than 1,000 flight cancellations, disrupting travel at Heathrow and Gatwick, as well as Manchester and other airports. Airlines must provide refunds or alternative transport, while compensation rules remain complex.
Two women from Navarra were stranded in Jakarta after a volcanic eruption forced airport closures. With flights cancelled and no airline support, they paid extra to leave via Singapore. Their journey home took nearly four days and left them out of pocket.
Six airports in Indonesia, including Jakarta’s basic hub, have suspended operations after Anak Krakatoa erupted. More than 370 flights have been disrupted. Authorities cite volcanic ash as the cause, with no clear timeline for reopening.
Jakarta’s basic airport closed after Anak Krakatoa erupted, sending ash into the airspace. More than 22,000 passengers and 300 flights were affected, with airlines cancelling routes to major Asian and European cities.
Valencia will regain a direct air link to New York in June 2027, when United Airlines starts three weekly flights. The route returns after a 15-year break, a impressive step for the city’s international connectivity.
Police in Madrid detained three men with extensive criminal records after a violent café robbery and a high-speed car chase that ended at Barajas Airport. The suspects drove a stolen vehicle and endangered other road users.
Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport halted all operations for 30 minutes after a drone was spotted near the runway. Several flights were diverted. Authorities responded quickly, but delays continued as operations returned to normal.
A rare Boeing 747-8 BBJ, among the largest private jets in the world, arrived in Mallorca from Doha. The aircraft’s imposing size and discreet arrival sparked speculation, but the identities of its passengers remain unconfirmed.
The Spanish government is preparing to rename Palma de Mallorca Airport to Palma-Mallorca Airport, reflecting the city’s official name while retaining the island reference. The change is not yet final, and the airport’s PMI code will remain unchanged.
Aena has ruled out converting Casarrubios del Monte into Madrid’s second commercial airport, citing airspace and operational issues. Instead, the airport operator will invest over €4 billion to expand Barajas, aiming for a capacity of 90 million passengers a year.
A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck Chocó, Colombia, causing severe damage and casualties. Airports and roads are disrupted, with power and communication outages reported. Authorities and the U.S. Embassy are responding to the emergency.
