ABTA seeks member insights on EES and Middle East conflict

ABTA is gathering member insights on how the ongoing Middle East conflict and the introduction of the EU Entry/Exit System (EES) are impacting summer 2026 bookings, consumer behavior, and overall trading confidence. This data will be used to inform discussions with UK and Brussels government bodies regarding airline slot handback provisions. The UK government is consulting the industry on measures to mitigate potential fuel shortages and ensure flight schedule stability.