Overview
- Amsterdam’s Schiphol confirmed hundreds of cancellations and hundreds more delays, with numerous connections to German cities scrubbed.
- KLM pointed to snowfall and strong winds, while airport officials also highlighted wind direction constraints and extensive de-icing needs.
- Authorities issued ice warnings for North Holland, and forecasts indicated snow showers would start to ease.
- News reports described overwhelmed ground crews and thousands of stranded passengers, adding to long waits and missed itineraries.
- Weather-related disruption extended to other European hubs, including Hamburg Airport, as media reminded travelers of EU261 assistance and rerouting rights.