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Smoke in the cabin: Son Sant Joan activated the emergency protocol — enough preparation for such cases?

Summer operation improvements at Palma's airport

Suggestions for improving safety and efficiency at Palma's airport during hot Mallorca summers.

Published: August 02, 2026
Smoke in the cabin: Son Sant Joan activated the emergency protocol — enough preparation for such cases?

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What improvements could help Palma’s airport handle heat and summer operations better?

Regular exercises involving tower staff, ground crews, fire services, and medical teams, plus maintenance reviews for cabin systems and ignition sources, are recommended. Considering more parking stands for quick technical checks could also help keep aircraft from blocking the apron for too long in hot weather.

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