Athens airport has been flagged as one of the airports most vulnerable to disruption due to the European Union's new entry-exit system.
According to a report from Airline Revenue Economics, the airport's design is not optimized to handle both normal operations and unexpected disruptions, making it particularly susceptible to issues arising from the new system.
The entry-exit system, which is set to be implemented in 2026, will require travelers to have their fingerprints and facial images collected and stored, a process that could add significant time to immigration procedures.
The report's findings highlight a critical flaw in the airport's infrastructure and its preparedness for the new regulations.
An unnamed airline source stated that 'You can't have a world which is optimised for both normal operations and disruption.' This suggests that the airport's design, while efficient under normal circumstances, lacks the flexibility and redundancy needed to handle the potential delays and bottlenecks created by the new system.
The Independent has requested a response from Athens airport regarding the report's findings.
The situation raises concerns about potential travel chaos and the need for airports to invest in more robust and adaptable infrastructure.
The report serves as a warning to other airports that may be facing similar challenges and emphasizes the importance of forward planning and investment in technology to ensure smooth operations.
According to a report from Airline Revenue Economics, the airport's design is not optimized to handle both normal operations and unexpected disruptions, making it particularly susceptible to issues arising from the new system.
The entry-exit system, which is set to be implemented in 2026, will require travelers to have their fingerprints and facial images collected and stored, a process that could add significant time to immigration procedures.
The report's findings highlight a critical flaw in the airport's infrastructure and its preparedness for the new regulations.
An unnamed airline source stated that 'You can't have a world which is optimised for both normal operations and disruption.' This suggests that the airport's design, while efficient under normal circumstances, lacks the flexibility and redundancy needed to handle the potential delays and bottlenecks created by the new system.
The Independent has requested a response from Athens airport regarding the report's findings.
The situation raises concerns about potential travel chaos and the need for airports to invest in more robust and adaptable infrastructure.
The report serves as a warning to other airports that may be facing similar challenges and emphasizes the importance of forward planning and investment in technology to ensure smooth operations.
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