General · 3 May 2026
New Rules Let Airlines Cancel Weeks Before Fuel Runs Short
The UK government is announcing new plans allowing airlines to cancel flights at least two weeks in advance without losing airport slots, amid jet fuel supply concerns linked to the Iran war and Strait of Hormuz closure. Airlines are not currently facing shortages. Airlines UK, representing UK carriers, welcomed the move, saying it helps avoid unnecessary disruption for passengers.
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