Icy conditions cause delays at Germany’s Stuttgart airport

Stuttgart airport in south-western Germany has reported delays due to an outbreak of winter weather that means planes are having to be de-iced before take-off, an airport spokeswoman said on Sunday morning.

Seven flights are delayed so far, she said, adding that the runway has already been cleared and is ready for operations.

Landings have already taken place this morning, according to the spokeswoman.

She called on people looking to pick up travellers from the airport to check online when a flight was due to land, pointing to possible delays due to the winter weather also affecting other airports.