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Ryanair Announces European Air Traffic Control Delay Rankings
European budget airline Ryanair has unveiled a ranking of countries with the longest air traffic control (ATC) delays, dubbed the "League of Delays." This move aims to highlight the European nations where ATC services have caused the most significant disruptions to Ryanair flights and passengers from January 1 to May 26, 2025.
The "League of Delays" targets the transport ministers of EU member countries, with Ryanair claiming that these ATC services have been responsible for delays due to poor management and staff shortages during the mentioned period. According to the announcement, the top countries on this list are France, Spain, Germany, Portugal, and the UK[1][4].
These delays, which have been a persistent issue despite a 5% decrease in flights compared to pre-Covid levels, are said to especially affect morning flights operated by various airlines[2]. In its press release, Ryanair criticizes the lack of action taken by the European Commission and governments to improve the quality of their ATC services, predicting that the delays would worsen during the summer of 2025.
While many airlines face similar disruptions that are not always their fault, Ryanair aims to draw attention to a larger problem that has often been overlooked[2]. The low-cost carrier goes on to assert that European transport ministers must take responsibility for allowing these unnecessary and avoidable ATC delays to persist.
This announcement comes at a critical juncture, as the summer holiday season approaches and air travel is once again on the rise[3]. As the vast majority of Europeans prepare for their much-anticipated vacations, the issue of lengthy ATC delays looms large, threatening to disrupt travel plans and undermine customer satisfaction.
References:[1] Ryanair. (2025). Ryanair's "League of Delays": ATC Delays Ranking. Retrieved from https://www.ryanair.com/news/articles/league-of-delays/
[2] The Guardian. (2025). Ryanair targets EU countries over air traffic control delays. Retrieved from https://www.theguardian.com/business/2025/may/30/ryanair-targets-eu-countries-over-air-traffic-control-delays
[3] European Commission. (2025). European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). Retrieved from https://ec.europa.eu/transport/modes/air/s safety/index_en.htm
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The "League of Delays" highlights the impact of air traffic control delays on travel, with top countries like France, Spain, Germany, Portugal, and the UK potentially affecting the lifestyle and finance of passengers planning vacations. As technology advances, the development of more efficient ATC systems could help minimize these delays, enhancing the travel experience for all.
