Due to major problems with handling at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, the airline KLM has drastically reduced ticket sales. The airline announced that flights from Amsterdam could only be booked very sporadically until Sunday. A KLM spokesman told TV broadcaster NOS on Thursday that only more expensive tickets were available.
For weeks, the airport has been struggling with major problems due to a lack of staff in baggage handling and security. This creates long queues that stretch out onto the street. Passengers often have to wait hours for check-in. Occasionally there have already been clashes with angry travelers.
Chaos at Amsterdam Airport: KLM restricts ticket sales
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KLM wants to create space for rebookings with the restricted ticket sales. Passengers who miss their flight due to long waiting times can take a subsequent flight. The airline also offers customers who want to fly on another day because of the chaos to rebook.
Schiphol presented an action plan on Thursday to prevent the even greater chaos feared for the summer. The airport wants to recruit more staff and pay higher wages. Flights are also to be relocated to regional airfields.