The Canary Islands government has announced new traffic diversions in Arucas, Gran Canaria, from 22 to 26 June 2026 for the final phase of road resurfacing on the GC-20. Affected sections include Visvique and Santidad roundabouts.
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The first Eurofighter jets arrive at Gando Air Base in Gran Canaria next Tuesday, marking the start of a progressive replacement of the F-18 Hornet fleet. The modernisation, part of the Halcón I programme, will see the Air Force’s Wing 46 become one of Europe’s most advanced combat units.
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The European Union has approved a major reform of air passenger rights, with new rules on hand luggage pricing and free seating for children. Airlines must now show the full cost including a carry-on bag from the first search, but compensation for delays and cancellations remains unchanged.
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A Ryanair flight from Manchester to Tenerife South was diverted to Faro, Portugal, after a passenger was filmed dancing and walking in the aisle. The incident, which occurred on 15 June, caused delays and has reignited debate about disruptive behaviour on flights. A second incident involving 12 disruptive passengers on a flight from Gatwick to Tenerife South has also been reported.
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Emergency services in Lanzarote rescued a woman in her 70s who became trapped in mud at the Charco de San Ginés lagoon. Firefighters used a ladder to reach her safely and she was later assessed by medical staff.
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Tenerife’s public bus operator Titsa will introduce its summer timetables from 22 June, with enhanced services to coastal areas and popular beaches. New routes 546 and 948 will serve Playa del Socorro and Anaga, while frequencies will be increased on key lines in Santa Cruz, La Laguna, and the north of the island. Seasonal adjustments include the suspension of university shuttle services and other low-demand routes.
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The Guiniguada viaduct on Gran Canaria’s ring road will close in staggered sections for a month this August for essential waterproofing works. The repairs are necessary to correct a construction defect that has accelerated the structure’s deterioration.
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The DGT is rolling out its new S-991g signal to warn drivers about drone and helicopter speed checks on the roads. The Canary Islands will have three drone units as part of the surveillance network. Discover how the aerial enforcement works and the fines you could face.
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Regional airline Binter has strengthened its summer schedule between Vigo and the Canary Islands, adding two new weekly flights to Gran Canaria. The expanded timetable now offers 13 weekly frequencies between the Galician city and the archipelago, with daily connections and double services on most days of the week.
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A bilateral commission between the Canary Islands and the Spanish government to discuss shared management of the region’s airports now has a date: Friday 2 July. The regional executive considers the meeting a priority to secure the archipelago’s participation in strategic decisions affecting its airport network. The government insists this is a matter of legal compliance, not a new demand.
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