The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has urged authorities to prepare coordinated plans to address potential jet fuel shortages caused by the ongoing Middle East war. On Friday, IATA chief Willie Walsh warned that an International Energy Agency assessment indicated Europe could face a jet fuel crisis within six weeks, calling the situation deeply concerning. He added that by the end of May, some European flights might be canceled due to fuel shortages, with similar issues already emerging in parts of Asia.
The conflict began in late February when the United States and Israel launched military operations that spread across the Middle East, prompting Iran to effectively close the Strait of Hormuz. This disruption has led to growing concerns over aviation fuel supplies. Walsh advised that authorities should have clear and coordinated rationing plans ready if shortages occur.
EU Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen told the Financial Times that some flights might soon be canceled due to fuel concerns, while suggesting EU countries share jet fuel if the crisis persists. However, EU spokesperson Anna-Kaisa Itkonen said there were no current signs of a systemic shortage leading to widespread flight cancellations.
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