Italy: Volcanic ash from Mount Etna causes flight cancellations in Catania

Sep 27, 2026

The following photos have been selected for you by the IMAGO picture desk on this topic. For more pictures please use the search function.

Etna volcano ash emissions halt flights at Catania Airport CATANIA, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 27: Mount Etna emits volcanic ash from its North-East Crater as volcanic activity disrupts air traffic at Catania-Fontanarossa International Airport in Catania, Sicily, Italy on September 27, 2026. The ash cloud has prompted restrictions on the airspace around the volcano, with flights at Catania airport suspended and some services cancelled, delayed or diverted to other airports in Sicily. Passengers have been advised to check their flight status with their airline before travelling to the airport. Salvatore Allegra Anadolu Catania Italy. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxSalvatorexAllegrax
Etna volcano ash emissions halt flights at Catania Airport CATANIA, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 27: Mount Etna emits volcanic ash from its North-East Crater as volcanic activity disrupts air traffic at Catania-Fontanarossa International Airport in Catania, Sicily, Italy on September 27, 2026. The ash cloud has prompted restrictions on the airspace around the volcano, with flights at Catania airport suspended and some services cancelled, delayed or diverted to other airports in Sicily. Passengers have been advised to check their flight status with their airline before travelling to the airport. Salvatore Allegra Anadolu Catania Italy. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxSalvatorexAllegrax
Etna volcano ash emissions halt flights at Catania Airport CATANIA, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 27: Mount Etna emits volcanic ash from its North-East Crater as volcanic activity disrupts air traffic at Catania-Fontanarossa International Airport in Catania, Sicily, Italy on September 27, 2026. The ash cloud has prompted restrictions on the airspace around the volcano, with flights at Catania airport suspended and some services cancelled, delayed or diverted to other airports in Sicily. Passengers have been advised to check their flight status with their airline before travelling to the airport. Salvatore Allegra Anadolu Catania Italy. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxSalvatorexAllegrax
Etna volcano ash emissions halt flights at Catania Airport CATANIA, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 27: Mount Etna emits volcanic ash from its North-East Crater as volcanic activity disrupts air traffic at Catania-Fontanarossa International Airport in Catania, Sicily, Italy on September 27, 2026. The ash cloud has prompted restrictions on the airspace around the volcano, with flights at Catania airport suspended and some services cancelled, delayed or diverted to other airports in Sicily. Passengers have been advised to check their flight status with their airline before travelling to the airport. Salvatore Allegra Anadolu Catania Italy. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxSalvatorexAllegrax
Etna volcano ash emissions halt flights at Catania Airport CATANIA, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 27: Mount Etna emits volcanic ash from its North-East Crater as volcanic activity disrupts air traffic at Catania-Fontanarossa International Airport in Catania, Sicily, Italy on September 27, 2026. The ash cloud has prompted restrictions on the airspace around the volcano, with flights at Catania airport suspended and some services cancelled, delayed or diverted to other airports in Sicily. Passengers have been advised to check their flight status with their airline before travelling to the airport. Salvatore Allegra Anadolu Catania Italy. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxSalvatorexAllegrax
Etna volcano ash emissions halt flights at Catania Airport CATANIA, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 27: Mount Etna emits volcanic ash from its North-East Crater as volcanic activity disrupts air traffic at Catania-Fontanarossa International Airport in Catania, Sicily, Italy on September 27, 2026. The ash cloud has prompted restrictions on the airspace around the volcano, with flights at Catania airport suspended and some services cancelled, delayed or diverted to other airports in Sicily. Passengers have been advised to check their flight status with their airline before travelling to the airport. Salvatore Allegra Anadolu Catania Italy. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxSalvatorexAllegrax
Etna volcano ash emissions halt flights at Catania Airport CATANIA, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 27: Mount Etna emits volcanic ash from its North-East Crater as volcanic activity disrupts air traffic at Catania-Fontanarossa International Airport in Catania, Sicily, Italy on September 27, 2026. The ash cloud has prompted restrictions on the airspace around the volcano, with flights at Catania airport suspended and some services cancelled, delayed or diverted to other airports in Sicily. Passengers have been advised to check their flight status with their airline before travelling to the airport. Salvatore Allegra Anadolu Catania Italy. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxSalvatorexAllegrax
Etna volcano ash emissions halt flights at Catania Airport CATANIA, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 27: Mount Etna emits volcanic ash from its North-East Crater as volcanic activity disrupts air traffic at Catania-Fontanarossa International Airport in Catania, Sicily, Italy on September 27, 2026. The ash cloud has prompted restrictions on the airspace around the volcano, with flights at Catania airport suspended and some services cancelled, delayed or diverted to other airports in Sicily. Passengers have been advised to check their flight status with their airline before travelling to the airport. Salvatore Allegra Anadolu Catania Italy. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxSalvatorexAllegrax
Etna volcano ash emissions halt flights at Catania Airport CATANIA, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 27: Mount Etna emits volcanic ash from its North-East Crater as volcanic activity disrupts air traffic at Catania-Fontanarossa International Airport in Catania, Sicily, Italy on September 27, 2026. The ash cloud has prompted restrictions on the airspace around the volcano, with flights at Catania airport suspended and some services cancelled, delayed or diverted to other airports in Sicily. Passengers have been advised to check their flight status with their airline before travelling to the airport. Salvatore Allegra Anadolu Catania Italy. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxSalvatorexAllegrax
Etna volcano ash emissions halt flights at Catania Airport CATANIA, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 27: Mount Etna emits volcanic ash from its North-East Crater as volcanic activity disrupts air traffic at Catania-Fontanarossa International Airport in Catania, Sicily, Italy on September 27, 2026. The ash cloud has prompted restrictions on the airspace around the volcano, with flights at Catania airport suspended and some services cancelled, delayed or diverted to other airports in Sicily. Passengers have been advised to check their flight status with their airline before travelling to the airport. Salvatore Allegra Anadolu Catania Italy. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxSalvatorexAllegrax

Images in this collection