Spain: Dense Fog Triggers Travel Chaos and Flight Diversions in Madrid and Vigo

Persistent fog and overcast skies across Madrid and Vigo caused significant travel disruptions this Thursday, January 8. Dense morning fog at Peinador Airport forced a Madrid-bound flight to divert much further than its usual alternative in Santiago, ultimately extending the journey for frustrated passengers by more than three hours.

US: Disruptive Passenger Removed From Flight Carrying 4 Congressmen in Kansas City

An American Airlines flight 1218 carrying four U.S. congressmen, Greg Stanton, Eli Crane, Andy Biggs, and Paul Gosar, from Phoenix to Washington D.C. was diverted for an emergency landing in Kansas City International Airport after a passenger went on a political rant on Tuesday, November 11.

US: American Airlines Flight Catches Fire at Denver Airport, Passengers Evacuated 3

American Airlines flight 1006 caught fire at Denver International Airport on Thursday, March 13, forcing passengers to evacuate. The Boeing 737-800 was traveling from Colorado Springs Airport to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport carrying 178 people, diverted to the Denver airport due to an engine issue, according to reports. There were no reports of serious injuries.

US: American Airlines Flight Catches Fire at Denver Airport, Passengers Evacuated 2

American Airlines flight 1006 caught fire at Denver International Airport on Thursday, March 13, forcing passengers to evacuate. The Boeing 737-800 was traveling from Colorado Springs Airport to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport carrying 178 people. There were no reports of serious injuries.

US: American Airlines Flight Catches Fire at Denver Airport, Passengers Evacuated

American Airlines flight 1006 caught fire at Denver International Airport on Thursday, March 13, forcing passengers to evacuate. The Boeing 737-800 was traveling from Colorado Springs Airport to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport carrying 178 people. There were no reports of serious injuries.

Spain: Flooding Hits Barcelona Airport As Torrential Rains Disrupt Flights

Flash flooding hit parts of the Barcelona area on Monday morning, November 4, as heavy rain swept through the region.. Spain's State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) issued a red alert for parts of northeastern Catalonia, warning of torrential rain. The inclement weather led to severe flooding across Catalonia, with Barcelona’s airport partially submerged and about 50 flights cancelled. The video shows staff cleaning the wet floors at El Prat airport, following the heavy rainfall that caused flooding.

Italy: Mount Etna Spews Huge Smoke, Disrupts Flights At Catania Airport In Sicily

Some flights to and from Sicily's Catania were disrupted on Sunday, August 4 due to a volcanic eruption of Mount Etna sending a huge plume of ash and smoke into the sky.