It is still unclear what the background to this is and what corrective measures the operator EUROCONTROL has taken since then. The Air Traffic Controllers European Unions Coordination (ATCEUC) is calling for urgent clarification.
“As air traffic controllers, we work in a highly safety-critical area and are particularly trained in the responsible handling of risks and dangers.” said Volker Dick, President of ATCEUC. “This definitely includes clearly identifying problems and promptly providing solutions,” he emphasized.