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EU’s new entry system frustrates travellers: up to two-hour waits at Europe’s major airports

Financial Times data show waiting times at Frankfurt, Munich and Amsterdam doubling this summer under the EU's new Entry/Exit System, prompting eight member states and Switzerland to request extended exemptions ahead of September's looming deadline

EU: compensation for delayed flights remains in place, up to €600 for passengers

Airlines will be required to inform travelers within 48 hours about the compensation process and provide reasons for any refusal to pay