Ryanair has announced sweeping cuts to its Brussels and Charleroi operations, citing higher federal and local flight taxes. The airline warns of job losses, reduced connectivity and long-term damage to Belgium’s competitiveness
Airlines across Europe are criticising Belgium’s latest flight tax hike, warning it will raise ticket prices and weaken the country’s connectivity. The government expects millions in revenue, but carriers argue the policy damages competitiveness and contradicts trends in neighbouring states
The flight-tracking website Flightradar24 confirmed the unscheduled landing, which occurred around midday. The woman, whose identity has not been disclosed, delivered her child with the assistance of the cabin crew and two medically trained passengers who were on board
A three-day pilot and cabin crew strike that began on Friday has grounded the entire Ryanair fleet that is stationed at the airports of Zaventem and Charleroi.
