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Winter weather disrupts traffic at Frankfurt airport
Published by Global Banking and Finance Review
Posted on January 12, 2026
Severe Winter Weather Causes Flight Cancellations at Frankfurt Airport
Impact of Winter Weather on Frankfurt Airport Operations
FRANKFURT, Jan 12 (Reuters) - Fraport said on Monday that 102 out of 1,052 flights scheduled at Frankfurt airport for the day had been canceled due to heavy snowfall and icy conditions.
Current Flight Status and Cancellations
The number of cancelled flights may continue to rise throughout the day, the airport operator said, with the disruptions currently expected to last until noon local time (1100 GMT).
Expected Duration of Disruptions
(Reporting by Ilona Wissenbach in Frankfurt, writing by Linda Pasquini, Editing by Friederike Heine)
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1What is flight cancellation?
Flight cancellation occurs when an airline does not operate a scheduled flight. This can happen due to various reasons, including severe weather conditions, technical issues, or operational constraints.
2What is severe weather?
Severe weather refers to extreme atmospheric conditions that can cause significant disruptions. This includes heavy snowfall, thunderstorms, hurricanes, and other phenomena that can impact travel and safety.
3What is an airport operator?
An airport operator is an organization or authority responsible for managing and overseeing the operations of an airport, including flight schedules, safety regulations, and passenger services.
