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Investing.com -- Ryanair Holdings Plc has criticized the European Union Commission and its President Ursula von der Leyen for allowing "another summer of record ATC delays" that have disrupted travel for over 21 million passengers so far this year.
The airline released its August "ATC Delays League" on Wednesday, highlighting France, Spain, Germany, UK, and Greece as the worst performing air traffic control services due to what it describes as government failure to ensure proper staffing and management.
In contrast, Ryanair pointed to Bulgaria, Denmark, Slovakia, Netherlands, and Belgium as examples of countries delivering efficient ATC services without mismanagement or staff shortages.
Michael O’Leary, Ryanair’s CEO, expressed frustration over the continued problems: "Yet another month of ATC mismanagement has passed in August with zero action to fix these failing ATC services by those responsible – the EU Commission and National Transport Ministers."
O’Leary added that the efficient performance of some European air traffic control systems proves that "well-managed, properly staffed ATC is not just possible but is already being delivered by many EU States."
The airline has launched a campaign webpage titled "Air Traffic Control Ruined Your Flight" where passengers can demand action from EU officials and national transport ministers.
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