Category: Palma Airport News

If you have kept an eye on aviation news recently, you might have spotted the release of the latest AirHelp Score global rankings. As one of Europe’s busiest holiday gateways, Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) is always under the spotlight. This year’s results have sparked plenty of conversation. At first glance, Palma’s ranking might make […]

Updated: Saturday, 13th June 2026 The ongoing industrial action at Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI), which began on Monday, 25th May, has entered a critical new phase. The airport’s reduced mobility assistance team (the PMR service) has voted overwhelmingly to alter their current schedule of partial stoppages. Following an emergency ballot, the workforce rejected the […]

Travellers at Palma de Mallorca Airport are facing a frustrating day as a combination of severe storms across the Mediterranean and the lingering aftermath of an incident last night cause delays. Severe Storm Cells Force Diversions According to the latest updates from air traffic controllers (Controladores Aéreos) and the Spanish aviation authority Enaire, intense thunderstorm […]

Flight operations at Son Sant Joan Airport were significantly disrupted on Friday evening after an aircraft arriving from Madrid lost a wheel upon landing, blocking one of the main runways. The incident occurred at approximately 20:30 during touchdown on runway 06L. According to air traffic control and local media reports, the aircraft suffered an axle […]

If you are planning a holiday to the beautiful island of Mallorca, one factor is usually at the top of the list: the quality of the beaches. We have excellent news: on 5 May 2026, the official “Blue Flag” list was released, and Mallorca is shining bright! A Fantastic Year for Mallorca’s Coastline The headline […]

It has now been just over four weeks since the European Union’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) became fully operational. For many regular visitors to Mallorca from the UK and other non-Schengen countries, this marks the most significant change to border crossings in recent years. Quick recap: What is the EES, and how does it work? […]

As the weather warms up, the island begins to hum with the vibrant energy of the new tourist season. It is a wonderful time to explore Mallorca’s beautiful beaches, historic towns, and bustling promenades. However, with more visitors arriving, a small group of opportunistic individuals also becomes more active: pickpockets. While Mallorca remains a very […]

The Balearic Government has formally approved the plans for a major new railway line connecting Palma to Llucmajor, with Palma Airport as a strategic hub. This decision marks the most significant expansion of Mallorca’s rail network in nearly two decades, establishing a high-capacity link that will serve both the local population and the millions of […]

Starting Friday, 17th April, air traffic controllers at several Spanish airports have entered an indefinite strike period. The industrial action, spearheaded by the unions USCA and CCOO, involves staff at Saerco, a private company responsible for managing traffic at specific regional hubs. The dispute centres on concerns regarding staffing shortages, employee well-being, and the long-term […]

The New Digital Border: The End of the EES Transition Period If you are heading to the airport today, you’re part of a significant milestone in European travel. As of 10 April 2026, the six-month transition period for the Entry/Exit System (EES) has officially ended. While many of us have seen these kiosks popping up […]