British airline with HQ in Crawley, founded 1984
Europe has faced jet fuel supply disruptions since late February due to the Iran war closing the Strait of Hormuz. Airports warn of shortages within weeks, risking flight cancellations and fare hikes this summer. Airlines like Ryanair and easyJet have reported fuel cost surges and potential operational impacts, while the EU plans to boost refining capacity to mitigate the crisis.
Keith Newman, a British man, has been taken into custody after allegedly pushing an 18-year-old girl at Disney's Magic Kingdom in Orlando on February 20. Newman denies the shove, claiming she walked into his hand. He has pleaded not guilty and returned to the UK after bail. The victim's father condemns the act as inexcusable.
As jet fuel costs surge amid the Middle East conflict, airlines are cancelling, consolidating, or delaying flights. Passengers are changing plans, booking earlier, or shifting to rail, with governments offering contingency measures to protect summer travel.
Multiple Virgin Atlantic flights into Orlando International have faced severe weather delays, causing luggage to remain on planes and long waits for travellers. Passengers describe crowded terminals, limited seating, and reunification with bags only after lengthy holds; airlines apologize and explain weather and operational challenges.