Jet2 issues major update on summer holiday flight cancellations

Jet2 have issued a major update on summer holiday flight cancellations in a reassuring announcement to their passengers.

The airline addresses disruption fears linked to the continued tension in the Middle East and impact on fuel supply and costs due to the Strait of Hormuz remaining blocked.

Jet2 said that discussions with suppliers have suggested that fuel production has increased and that extra imports are arriving from regions that are not directly impacted by the conflict.

According to the airline these developments have helped to stabilise concerns re supply issues ahead of the busy summer travel season and will ensure that flights go ahead throughout June, July and August.

Customers can also be reassured as Jet2 claimed they do not plan to introduce any additional fuel surcharged for those who have already booked flights of package holidays, despite pressure to do so as fuel costs are impacting travel.

Chief executive Steve Heapy added that the company remains in regular contact with suppliers and continues to expect normal operations during the summer months.

He said: “We are in regular dialogue with our fuel suppliers, and the current picture is one of increased production and imports, meaning we continue to look ahead with confidence.

"We have already been very clear about our plans to operate our schedule as normal this summer, and our message to holidaymakers is that summer is on.”

He added: “This confidence, on top of the incredible value that our award-winning holidays offer right now, means it is a fantastic time to get that well-deserved holiday locked in, and we know that many people are taking advantage of that right now.

“Everything is geared up and ready for a busy summer and we look forward to welcoming everybody onboard and creating fantastic memories with Jet2.”

Although Jet2 seem confident its own schedule will stick to plan, there have been concerns across the wider aviation industry as some airlines may still face challenges with fueld supply pressures likely to worsen.

However, it is still thought that there will be no widespread disruption to European summer travel.

The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Foreign Development Office (FCDO) has stressed there is “no current need” for passengers to change their summer travel plans, but some airlines across Europe are already cutting flights and trimming schedules due to rising fuel costs.