Meanwhile, the UK is about to experience a week-long 30C+ heatwave – just as some may be considering whether to book a last-minute summer break.

Here are the key travel headlines making the nationals on Friday 8 July.

Airlines’ slot amnesty ends today

Today is the final day for airlines using UK airports to cancel flights without fear of punishment as part of efforts to give certainty to passengers nervous about their summer holidays. The so-called slot amnesty was announced last month by the government when it became clear the sector could not guarantee a smooth summer getaway. (Sky News)

Britain to experience July heatwave

Britain is expected to be hit by a heatwave over the weekend, with temperatures likely to reach the mid-30Cs by the middle of next week. Forecasters say the mercury could touch 35C by mid-July. (The Guardian)

Passenger steals thousands in cash during flight

A passenger on an American Airlines flight allegedly stole more than $10,000 in cash and two credit cards from people on the plane. The flight crew reported the man behaving suspiciously during the nine-and-a-half-hour flight from Buenos Aires to Miami. He repeatedly walked up and down the aisle and sat on a seat that he was not assigned for part of the journey, according to crew members. (Metro)

EasyJet flight diverts to offload couple

A couple forced an easyJet flight to be diverted after drinking too much and smoking in the toilets. The flight from Liverpool to Tenerife was diverted to Lisbon, where the couple were removed from the plane after abusing staff and fellow passengers. (Daily Mirror)