Wizz Air has the worst punctuality record of the busiest airlines operating from UK airports, an investigation has found. The Hungarian carrier's UK departures were an average of 23 minutes late in 2017, according to Press Association analysis of Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) data. Norwegian Air Shuttle has the second worst performance, followed by Vueling Airlines, Thomas Cook Airlines and BMI Regional. The ranking features the 44 airlines with at least 2,000 scheduled flights from UK airports last year. Average delay figures take into account every flight that operated, including those that were on time. Cancelled services are excluded from the CAA data. Scandinavian Airlines is the most punctual, with aircraft typically taking off just seven minutes behind schedule. Aer Lingus has the second best record, followed by Air France, Alitalia and Delta Airlines. The average delay across all flights was 15 minutes. A spokeswoman for Wizz Air said: "A number of issues specific to the UK, … [Read more...] about The worst airlines for delays have been revealed
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Ryanair cancellations leave Northern Ireland florist stranded for five days
Ryanair cancellations leave Northern Ireland florist stranded for five days BelfastTelegraph.co.uk A Co Antrim woman has branded Ryanair a "shame and disgrace" after she was left stranded in London for five days following the cancellation of not just one, but two flights home. https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/ryanair-cancellations-leave-northern-ireland-florist-stranded-for-five-days-37176672.html https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/article37176671.ece/acaaf/AUTOCROP/h342/2018-08-02_new_42952024_I1.JPG Email A Co Antrim woman has branded Ryanair a "shame and disgrace" after she was left stranded in London for five days following the cancellation of not just one, but two flights home. Sherry Suett (55), a florist who lives in Cullybackey, was due to fly from Stansted on Saturday, but the flight "disappeared off the board" following a two hour delay. "It was a disaster. My daughter, who was waiting to pick me up in Belfast, knew more … [Read more...] about Ryanair cancellations leave Northern Ireland florist stranded for five days
Boss of British Airways owner IAG ‘optimistic’ over legal bid to end strike misery
THE Irish-born boss of British Airways owner International Airlines Group (IAG) has said he is "optimistic" over a legal challenge to end crippling strikes, but warned over long-term disruptions for fliers if it does not succeed. IAG chief executive Willie Walsh said that France's air traffic control strikes risk damaging passenger confidence and bookings if they do not end soon. He said last week's co-ordinated action by IAG, easyJet, Ryanair and Wizz Air to complain to the European Commission against France's industrial action showed the level of concern among carriers. "This is an example of where fierce rivals come together on a matter of common concern and the interests of our industry," he said. "When you get the likes of IAG, Ryanair, easyJet and Wizz Air coming together saying the same thing and arguing for the same thing, people do take notice." He added he was "optimistic" the complaint will effect change, and said "the fact we are prepared to make a formal complaint and … [Read more...] about Boss of British Airways owner IAG ‘optimistic’ over legal bid to end strike misery
EasyJet to launch legal challenge after taking £25m hit from air traffic control strikes
PUBLISHED: 08:58 18 July 2018 | UPDATED: 08:58 18 July 2018 Air traffic control strikes in Europe are continuing to cause problems for EasyJet and other airlines. Picture: Barry Batchelor/PA Wire PA Wire/Press Association Images EasyJet is to join rivals in launching a legal complaint against the European Commission over air traffic control strikes which have so far cost it more than £25m. The airline’s boss Johan Lundgren said he believed there was a case the EU law is being infringed by not adequately protecting flights over France. Failing to tackle the problem is breaching freedom of movement for Europeans, Mr Lundgren claims. EasyJet plans to file the legal challenge next week. It comes after Ryanair and British Airways owner International Airlines Group (IAG) recently revealed plans to join forces for a complaint to the Commission over its inaction over the strikes. EasyJet said it had cancelled 2,606 flights in its third quarter to June 30 due largely to air … [Read more...] about EasyJet to launch legal challenge after taking £25m hit from air traffic control strikes
EasyJet and Ryanair cancel hundreds of flights this weekend
Easyjet and Ryanair have been forced to cancel up to 300 flights going to France or surrounding countries due to strike action this weekend. EasyJet has announced more than 200 flights have been scrapped due to industrial action by air traffic controllers in Marseille on Saturday (June 23) and Sunday (June 23). Likewise up to 100 flights by Ryanair have been cancelled, with widespread chaos expected for travellers, Mirror Online reports . A spokesman for EasyJet said: “Due to local air traffic control industrial action from 23rd to 24th June affecting Marseille airspace, EasyJet, like all airlines, has been required to cancel 100 flights on Saturday 23rd and 108 flights on Sunday 24th June which include flights to and from Marseille and some flights which pass through Marseille airspace which are unable to be rerouted. Read More West London news “EasyJet will be doing everything possible to minimise the effects of the strike action for our customers and priority for … [Read more...] about EasyJet and Ryanair cancel hundreds of flights this weekend