Lufthansa Jets Told to Carry Extra Fuel

Lufthansa has asked pilots flying to Frankfurt to load extra jet fuel at other airports due to tightening supplies at Germany's main aviation hub. The precautionary measure follows pipeline maintenance and low Rhine water levels affecting barge deliveries.

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A Boeing 747 Lufthansa jumbo-jet arriving from Tel Aviv lands at Frankfurt airport, October 12, 2023, Hannes Albert/Pool via REUTERS

Lufthansa has asked pilots flying into Frankfurt to carry up to 8 tons of extra jet fuel as supplies tighten at Germany's largest air hub. The precautionary measure comes amid low water levels on the Rhine and pipeline maintenance. The airline stated that operations remain reliable with no cancellations expected.

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