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London-Bangkok Air Bridge: Extra Flights Added to Rescue Travelers Amid Middle East Airspace Chaos
London-Bangkok Air Bridge: Extra Flights Added to Rescue Travelers Amid Middle East Airspace Chaos The global aviation “bridge” between Europe and Southeast Asia is currently facing its toughest test since the 2020 pandemic. Following the sudden escalation of conflict in the Middle East on February 28, 2026, which saw the closure of Iranian, Iraqi, and Gulf airspaces, tens of thousands of travelers found themselves stranded at either end of the London-Bangkok route. In a swift response to the crisis, major carriers—including Thai Airways and British Airways—have announced the addition of “extra capacity” and relief flights to...