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Etihad Palma–Abu Dhabi connection falters: Who bears the risk — the airline or Mallorca?

Why New Flight Routes in Mallorca Can Falter Before Takeoff

Geopolitical tension can hit bookings fast and put a new Mallorca route at risk before launch.

Published: April 23, 2026
Etihad Palma–Abu Dhabi connection falters: Who bears the risk — the airline or Mallorca?

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Why can a new Mallorca flight route be delayed before it even starts?

A long-haul route can struggle before launch if geopolitical tensions make travellers more cautious and bookings fall quickly. For Mallorca, that means a planned connection can become fragile even when the route looked promising on paper. Airlines then have to decide whether to reduce frequency, postpone the start, or cancel altogether.

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