EUROCONTROL in the news

EUROCONTROL modernizes European air traffic management with Microsoft Azure-powered real-time data services to enhance flight planning and efficiency.

Eurocontrol will participate in the Career Experience 2026 event alongside major aviation companies, offering career and training opportunities.

European aviation traffic grew by 4% in 2025 with improved punctuality and reduced delays, supported by strong cooperation from EUROCONTROL.

Eurocontrol is actively promoting its Emergency Location Repository to enhance its use in the aviation sector.

Karin Puleo-Leodolter becomes the first female president of EUROCONTROL's Provisional Council, marking Austria's first leadership role in the organization since 1993.

Spain will increase Eurocontrol air-navigation tariffs by about 2.1% in 2026, raising costs for airlines and cargo operators and increasing late-payment penalties.

Eurocontrol urges increased use of text messaging by air traffic controllers to improve pilot communication.

Eurocontrol updated its infographic detailing EU legislation on air traffic management, drones, and aerodromes, accessible via its learning zone.

MUAC handled a record number of summer flights in 2025 with improved punctuality and is expanding its air traffic controller workforce.

The European Commission and EUROCONTROL introduced NEATS, an IT system enabling aircraft operators to track and report aviation's non-CO2 climate impacts to support EU climate policies.

European aviation network in late July 2025 experienced increased delays mainly due to weather and staffing issues, with France, Germany, and Austria as key hotspots.

Eurocontrol agrees that major European airports' poor risk management caused unacceptable flight disruptions, expecting London's issues to clear by Christmas.

Eurocontrol air traffic controllers may strike this summer over workload and pay, risking major flight disruptions across Europe.

Pro-Russian hackers attacked EUROCONTROL, but strengthened European infrastructure ensured continued flight operations.

Skeyes receives a loan from Eurocontrol and seeks further state aid to overcome financial losses caused by the pandemic.

Climate activists from Extinction Rebellion protested at Eurocontrol's premises amid various unrelated news items.

Eurocontrol's system issues caused flight delays at Brussels Airport, but the problems are now resolved and delays are being addressed.

Belgium's Finance Minister requests Eurocontrol data on private jets registered via offshore companies to investigate tax avoidance.