UK Government issues response on impact of Middle East conflict on aviation
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Background ✨
IATA director general Willie Walsh warned Europe could face cancellations for lack of jet fuel by end-May-2026 and urged coordinated contingency planning, including slot relief if rationing became necessary1. The International Energy Agency’s Apr-2026 Oil Market Report highlighted Europe’s heavy reliance on Middle East jet fuel imports and said shortages could emerge at select airports if inventories fell below 23 days’ cover2. Ryanair Group CEO Michael O’Leary said suppliers offered no assurances beyond end-May-2026 and flagged higher risk at UK airports supplied by Q8 Aviation3.