Schiphol airport ceiling collapse disrupts flights

On the hottest day of the year, the ceiling of the hand‑luggage security checkpoint in terminal 3 at Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport collapsed. The area was immediately closed for safety, passengers were redirected to other terminals and long security queues formed, with some travelers waiting up to five hours.

Hundreds of passengers missed their flights as the reduced security capacity caused extensive delays. Schiphol officials said the ceiling, a ten‑year‑old structure, was well maintained but the exact cause of the collapse is still under investigation. The airport also cited staffing shortages linked to a recent security contract change, which has left many security positions understaffed and increased sick leave, contributing to the operational strain.