Schiphol notes that travelers are coming to the airport earlier and earlier because of the problems with long queues due to staff shortages. As a result, they have to wait extra because counters of companies are often not open yet, a spokesperson said on Saturday when asked.
It is also busy on Saturday morning, but the crowds seem manageable for the time being. There is no widespread complaint about the airport on social media. Schiphol advises travelers to check with their airline how far in advance they are expected at the airport, also to avoid unnecessary waiting.
Those who travel via Schiphol have been dealing with queues for weeks that are so long that some even miss their flight. Airport CEO Dick Benschop will have to answer to the House of Representatives on Tuesday for the chaos, which arose partly as a result of staff shortages. According to the airport, it will remain busy every day until the summer holidays.
Schiphol recently introduced an action plan to prevent crowds and long queues of passengers in the summer period. For example, Schiphol wants to recruit more security personnel, make the employment conditions more attractive for employees and improve the flow of travelers in the terminal. This concerns, for example, coaches who help people through security more quickly and improved information provision. Agreements are also made with airlines about reducing flights and rescheduling flights.
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