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Brits 'Stranded' in Spain After Half Term as Flights Grounded in Airport Chaos

Hundreds of British families stranded on the Balearic island of Majorca face flight cancellations and delays during half-term at Palma de Mallorca Airport.
The disruption stems from air traffic control restrictions caused by widespread thunderstorms and adverse weather across Northern Europe on Sunday and Monday.
Affected passengers, including Beth Rafferty and her family, experienced cancellations of scheduled easyJet 7pm flights and delays among over 120 affected flights, forcing them to buy costly alternative tickets and emergency accommodation.
An easyJet spokesperson said thunderstorms caused flight disruptions beyond their control and that they offered rebooking, refunds, and support; Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary criticized ATC services as “shoddy” and warned of possible record delays in summer 2025.
The incident highlights ongoing operational challenges linked to weather and ATC constraints, with families bearing unplanned costs and awaiting compensation protections under UK law and travel insurance policies.

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