Passengers are too drunk for departure
A drunken passenger causes a disturbance on board a plane to Mallorca before take-off. The pilot stops the take-off. Another passenger is not even allowed to board.
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Exercise in summer: Leipzig Airport tests robotic snow plows
In the middle of summer, the snow ploughs move out at Leipzig/Halle Airport. It's not a mistake in the calendar: the airport is testing self-propelled snow clearing vehicles. Snow is not needed for this.
Clinic in Schkeuditz to be closed
In the district of North Saxony, one hospital will soon no longer exist. What does this mean for patients?
Foundation stone laid for aircraft factory at Leipzig/Halle Airport
Hundreds of tons of earth have so far been moved at Leipzig/Halle Airport for an aircraft factory. An environmentally friendly regional aircraft is soon to be built here.
Investigations against several Afghans who have entered the country
They are hand-picked by German security authorities. Nevertheless, several Afghans who entered the country via admission programs are now under investigation. What has happened?
Plane lands - Germany takes in more Afghans
The promised admissions of Afghans are continuing. Another plane has landed in Leipzig. The procedure is controversial.
Vacation planes take off for the start of the vacations in the south
Off to the sun by plane. Numerous vacation flights take off from Leipzig/Halle and Dresden airports at the start of the vacation season in Saxony.
Aircraft noise at Leipzig/Halle Airport decreases slightly
Aircraft noise has decreased slightly at Leipzig/Halle Airport - but many local residents hardly feel any relief. Training flights in particular continue to cause annoyance.
When your favorite flower grows over your head
From a potted plant to a large garden mecca, Kathrin and Walter List have become camellia experts. The couple now care for 120 camellia plants in their greenhouse in Schkeuditz.
Fewer destinations from Leipzig/Halle and Dresden airports
The new summer flight timetable at the two airports comes into effect on Sunday. Some destinations are missing. However, certain connections will be expanded.
30 people deported to Georgia
People have once again been deported from Leipzig Airport. Among them were several criminals.
Job cuts planned at Leipzig/Halle and Dresden airports
A lot is set to change at the airports in Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt. The operator wants to manage with fewer staff. In other places, things could soon become more expensive.
Wages rise at Deutsche Bank subsidiary in Saxony
For a long time, the employees of a Deutsche Bank subsidiary in Schkeuditz earned less than their colleagues in the West. A new collective wage agreement now brings noticeably higher pay and better conditions.
Planes head for destinations in the south at the start of the winter vacations
Off to the sun by plane. Numerous vacation flights take off from Leipzig/Halle and Dresden airports at the start of the vacation season in Saxony.
Three injured in accident on A9 near Leipzig
A pile-up caused hours of delays on the A9 towards Munich on Saturday. The reason was a car changing lanes and its consequences.
Expansion of Leipzig/Halle Airport causes debate
The planned airport expansion in central Germany is polarizing like never before. Why environmentalists and local residents are putting on the brakes - and why construction may not be halted after all.
Eurowings cancels connection from Leipzig to Düsseldorf
Leipzig/Halle Airport is losing another domestic German connection - and in just a few days' time.
Construction work started for aircraft factory at Leipzig Airport
There is currently a lot of digging and excavating going on at Leipzig/Halle Airport. Environmentally friendly regional aircraft are soon to be built here.
Lufthansa cancels connection from Leipzig/Halle to Munich
After London, Leipzig/Halle Airport is losing another metropolitan connection: Flights to Munich will be discontinued from next summer.
Chimney over 40 meters high blown up - living space planned
For years, the derelict site of VEB Edelpelz near Leipzig was an eyesore. Now around 400 apartments are to be built there. There is a huge bang at the end of the demolition work.
Airport expansion - Leipzig's Left Party calls for legal action by the city
In September, the Saxon state administration approved the expansion of the airport. The Left Party now wants to take action against this.
Noise level at Leipzig/Halle Airport slightly lower at night
Despite falling freight rates, aircraft noise at Leipzig Airport remains a hotly debated topic. Some citizens are taking a particularly creative approach - with self-built monitoring systems.
Airports in Saxony switch to winter plans
Leipzig/Halle and Dresden Airports will be operating their winter flight schedules from Sunday. Those who are drawn to the sun have a choice of various destinations.
Warning strike at Leipzig/Halle and Dresden airports leads to flight cancellations
The trade union Verdi has called on employees of two Lufthansa subsidiaries in Dresden and Leipzig/Halle to go on a two-day warning strike. Several flights were canceled.
Airport operator in Leipzig needs new Chief Financial Officer
A change of personnel is imminent at Mitteldeutsche Flughafen AG in Leipzig. The airport operator's Chief Financial Officer is leaving.
Warning strike: flights in Leipzig/Halle and Dresden canceled
The trade union Verdi has called on employees of two Lufthansa subsidiaries in Dresden and Leipzig/Halle to go on a warning strike. Numerous flights were canceled.
Lufthansa cancels flights in Leipzig and Dresden on Wednesday
The trade union Verdi has called on employees of two Lufthansa subsidiaries in Dresden and Leipzig-Halle to go on a warning strike. As a result, a number of flights will be canceled there on Wednesday.
Leipzig/Halle Airport receives approval for expansion
After a good four years, the controversial expansion of Leipzig/Halle Airport has been approved. However, there are some conditions.
Deportation flight: Afghan offender from Saxony on board
Early in the morning, the plane takes off from Leipzig/Halle Airport bound for Afghanistan. A criminal from Saxony is also on board.
Study: Leipzig/Halle Airport has a good image
People like to use airports, but they are not always popular in the immediate vicinity. However, the opinion of the population in the Leipzig/Halle area is positive in a survey.
Climate activists protest at Leipzig/Halle Airport
Activists are calling for more climate protection - even in the middle of the night at Saxony's largest airport. They are targeting cargo traffic in particular.
Drunk truck driver falls asleep several times during police check
A drunk truck driver falls asleep several times while he is at a police checkpoint on the Autobahn 9 in Schkeuditz (district of North Saxony). He injures himself when he drives off the road.
Negotiations on new contract between MFAG and DHL at Leipzig/Halle Airport
Mitteldeutsche Flughafen AG and DHL are negotiating a new contract for the freight center at Leipzig/Halle Airport. Improved contract conditions achieved for the airport operator.
Leipzig/Halle and Dresden airports need financial aid
The Mitteldeutsche Flughafen AG (MFAG) is in considerable financial difficulties. According to a report by the auditing company KPMG, MFAG, which operates Leipzig/Halle and Dresden airports, needs 145 million euros, as a spokesperson said on Tuesday in response to an inquiry. A restructuring and tra ..
40 fan flights to and from Leipzig/Halle during the European Football Championships
Four European Championship matches will take place in Leipzig. Many fans will be arriving by plane. Leipzig/Halle Airport is prepared, but sees a particular challenge.
Dulig demands fair contract for DHL hub in Leipzig
The contract between DHL and Leipzig Airport runs until 2036 and both parties would like to extend it. Saxony's Minister of Economic Affairs is calling for fair conditions and quieter aircraft.
Dulig warns against dangerous products from non-EU countries
Since complaints about breaches of EU law, Temu has been the focus of consumer protection groups. Saxony's Minister of Economic Affairs warns of the risks to the economy posed by non-EU products.
German School Award 2024: School with a zoo hopes for success
The Thomas Müntzer Primary School in Schkeuditz, north of Leipzig, wants to score points at this year's German School Award with its unique concept. "The judges already visited us on April 8 and 9 and were very impressed by our concept in terms of the school community, integration and the involvemen ..
Leipzig/Halle and Dresden Airports record rising passenger numbers in the first quarter
Leipzig/Halle and Dresden Airports recorded an increase in passenger numbers in the first quarter, according to Mitteldeutsche Flughafen AG.
Easter: Numerous sunny destinations accessible from Leipzig/Halle and Dresden
At Easter, 129 passenger planes will take off from Leipzig/Halle and Dresden to sunny destinations in the Mediterranean, the Atlantic and beyond. Around 20,000 travelers are expected.
Alternative flight corridor at Leipzig/Halle Airport to protect communities from noise
Examination of an alternative flight corridor for noise protection for neighboring communities at Leipzig/Halle Airport. DFS instructed to shift departure procedures to the east.
New flights on the schedule at Leipzig/Halle and Dresden Airports
Leipzig/Halle and Dresden Airports are launching their summer flight schedules with some new destinations. Leipzig/Halle has added the destinations Jerez de la Frontera in southern Spain, Agadir in Morocco, Bucharest in Romania and Tirana in Albania, Mitteldeutsche Flughafen AG announced on Thursday ..
Warning strike at Leipzig/Halle and Dresden airports: passengers must expect restrictions
Passengers at Leipzig/Halle and Dresden Airports must expect considerable restrictions due to another warning strike.
Flight cancellations on Thursday and Friday
Passengers at Leipzig/Halle and Dresden airports must be prepared for cancellations and delays on Thursday and Friday due to the announced warning strike by Lufthansa ground staff. Lufthansa expects "extensive effects on the flight program", the airline announced on Monday. The exact effects were in ..
Eurowings: Connection between Leipzig and Düsseldorf
Passengers will soon be able to fly directly to Düsseldorf again from Leipzig/Halle Airport. "Starting on April 8, Eurowings will once again be connecting Leipzig/Halle Airport directly with the North Rhine-Westphalian state capital of Düsseldorf," Mitteldeutsche Flughafen AG announced in Leipzig on ..
Rejected asylum seekers from North Macedonia and Serbia deported from Halle/Leipzig airport
91 rejected asylum seekers from North Macedonia and Serbia have been deported from Halle/Leipzig Airport
Development measures adopted for Leipzig's northern area
The industrial area north of Leipzig is to be made more attractive for companies and employees with better transport links. Saxony's Economics Minister Martin Dulig (SPD) agreed on this with representatives of local authorities and transport associations on Wednesday. "We want to create more commitm ..
Supervisory board members at Leipzig Airport - Verdi exerts pressure
Ahead of a supervisory board meeting at Leipzig/Halle Airport, Verdi representatives have put further pressure on the employer and demanded better working conditions for airport staff. "The employees are sticking to their demands for a significant pay rise of 650 euros," a spokesperson said on Frida ..
Lufthansa temporarily suspends Leipzig-Munich connection
Lufthansa is temporarily suspending its service between Leipzig-Halle and Munich from March 31. As the airline announced on Friday, the company has significantly fewer aircraft available this year than originally planned due to engine problems in one of its fleets. As a result, Lufthansa has decided ..
Figures up at Leipzig/Halle and Dresden airports
The number of passengers at Leipzig/Halle and Dresden Airports increased in 2023 compared to the previous year. Around three million passengers were counted last year, as Mitteldeutsche Flughafen AG announced in Leipzig on Wednesday. This is an increase of 26.5 percent compared to 2022.While Dresden ..
Mitteldeutsche Flughafen AG must reposition itself
Due to financial difficulties, Mitteldeutsche Flughafen AG must reposition itself. The company announced in Leipzig on Thursday that a restructuring and transformation concept is to be implemented in order to make the holding company of Leipzig/Halle and Dresden Airports fit for the future. The Grou ..
Luxury items from Leipzig Airport all over the world
The logistics site at Leipzig/Halle Airport is growing. The Munich-based company Mytheresa, an online platform for luxury fashion, officially opened a logistics center in Schkeuditz on Thursday. Covering an area of around 55,000 square meters, the center offers space for up to five million luxury it ..
Promotion of the infrastructure around Leipzig/Halle Airport
More take-offs and landings at night, more noise: Leipzig/Halle Airport is to be significantly expanded, as the freight business is booming. Saxony is funding roads and cycle paths in the surrounding area as well as an indoor swimming pool.
Commuters in Saxony mainly work in large cities
One million commuters in Saxony work primarily in Leipzig, Dresden and Chemnitz. There are also attractive workplaces in Görlitz, Plauen and Schkeuditz.
More passengers in Leipzig and Dresden
Despite all climate concerns, the desire to fly on vacation has increased again. Central German airports, especially Leipzig/Halle Airport, have also noticed this.
Amazon closes its air freight center in Leipzig/Halle
The world's largest online mail order company Amazon is closing its air freight center at Leipzig/Halle Airport. 400 employees are affected.
Leipzig/Halle and Dresden Airports Record Passenger Growth
Leipzig/Halle and Dresden Airports recorded passenger growth in the first eight months of this year. However, they are still a long way from the figures for 2019.
1500 objections against Leipzig Airport expansion plans
Citizens have submitted around 1,500 objections to the Saxony State Directorate against the expansion plans for Leipzig/Halle Airport. The deadline for objections had expired on September 4. The number is still provisional, since the people could also report in their communities and not all document ..
"Air Defender": Operations at Saxony's airports continue as normal
At Saxony's airports, the air force exercise "Air Defender 2023" has so far had no consequences for passengers. So far, there have been no restrictions at Leipzig/Halle and Dresden airports, said a spokesman for Mitteldeutsche Flughafen AG. In an initial assessment, German air traffic control expect ..