600 airline passengers faced the weirdest sleepover ever, when heavy snow left them stuck on stationary planes overnight
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February 24, 2026
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Heavy snowfall left 600 airline passengers stranded on parked planes at Munich Airport overnight, unable to deplane or access terminal facilities due to severe bus service disruptions. The incident occurred after six flights, carrying approximately 600 travelers, were scheduled to depart but couldn’t do so before the airport’s 1 a.m. curfew. With temperatures dropping below freezing, passengers faced discomfort as they remained on board without essential supplies like food, drinks, or blankets. Airlines reportedly provided the best possible care while on the aircraft, though some expressed frustration over their predicament.
The snowstorm caused widespread chaos, with around 100 flights canceled and runways frequently closed for snow removal. De-icing operations faced lengthy delays, further complicating
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Originally published on Business Insider on 2/24/2026