Transavia cancels European flights amid jet fuel shortage

13 articles · Updated · FRANCE 24 English · May 2

The airline cut some May and June services as Strait of Hormuz disruption drives kerosene prices sharply higher, joining Ryanair and Volotea.
French officials say there is no immediate shortage, citing two months of strategic stocks, about 10 days of airport reserves and alternative supply links for Paris airports.
Europe is monitoring supplies and considering collective action, but travellers still face higher fares, limited compensation rights and possible wider disruption if the Middle East conflict lasts into autumn.

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