European Airspace Sees 39% Drop in En-Route Delays Amid Increased Traffic

Last month, the European aviation network saw notable improvements in performance. The data, published by the European Organisation for the Safety of Air Navigation, also known as EUROCONTROL, shows that en-route delays fell significantly across multiple categories in July despite a year-on-year increase in traffic.

Notably, en-route delays attributed to airspace capacity were down by 39% compared to July 2024. This was the result of more coordinated network planning and consistent implementation of air traffic management procedures. That said, overall delays remained above target levels and continued to impact airline operations and disrupt passenger journeys across the continent.

July Sees Sharp Drop In En-Route Delays Across Multiple Categories

In July, the European aviation ne