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Severe storm halts Palma Airport: Why delays hit inter-island services and travelers especially hard

Why storms disrupt flights at Palma Airport

Heavy rain and tight schedules can quickly disrupt flight operations at Palma Airport.

Published: April 21, 2026
Severe storm halts Palma Airport: Why delays hit inter-island services and travelers especially hard

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Why do storms cause so many flight delays at Palma Airport?

Heavy rain, poor visibility and runway checks can quickly slow down operations at Palma Airport. When aircraft arrive late from elsewhere, the disruption often spreads to other flights because tight turnaround times leave very little room for recovery.

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