Norse Atlantic Cancels Gatwick-LA Flights in Fuel Crisis

Norse Atlantic Airways has canceled flights from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles amid a global jet fuel crisis triggered by escalating conflict in Iran, with the airline's chief executive warning that competitors may follow suit with additional route cuts.

The cancellations, announced recently, stem from jet fuel prices that have surged more than 100 percent in just a few days. Eivind Roald, CEO of the low-cost long-haul carrier, attributed the decision to the ongoing disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route for energy supplies from the Arabian Gulf. The conflict intensified in February when the United States and Israel launched strikes against Iran, prompting Tehran to close the strait. At the same time, the U.S. Navy has blockaded Iranian ports under orders from President Donald Trump, further straining global markets and forcing airlines worldwide to adjust operations.

Dozens of carriers have already pulled flights as the blockade persists, leading to soaring airfares and warnings of broader disruptions. The International Energy Agency has alerted that Europe could face jet fuel shortages within six weeks if the situation does not improve. The...