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Edelweiss Flight from Palma: Smell, Crew Duty Limits and the Improvised Train Solution

Why flights from Palma can be delayed for hours

A smell during pushback at Palma airport led to inspections, a long wait and a late departure.

Published: April 21, 2026
Edelweiss Flight from Palma: Smell, Crew Duty Limits and the Improvised Train Solution

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Why can a flight from Palma be delayed for hours even if the aircraft looks fine?

A long delay can happen when a safety check finds something unusual, even if the aircraft later appears usable. In the Palma case, the crew noticed an unpleasant smell during pushback, so the plane returned to the gate and technicians carried out inspections before it was cleared again.

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