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CNA
4 days ago
- General
- CNA
Dislike being bound by the clock? You might be an 'event-timer'
A few years ago, I was 45 minutes late to an anniversary dinner with my then-boyfriend. The mood turned sour immediately because he had to pay pricey parking fees for the additional time I took to arrive. From then on, his voice had an undertone of resentment. That was not the first time I had been tardy on our dates – on numerous occasions he had to wait for me as I was still commuting when he had already arrived. I prefer to go along with the flow and move onto a new activity only after completing a previous task, perceiving the 'end' in a more fluid manner than some other people. In stark contrast, he abides strictly by the clock and when a meeting time is set, deviating from it is inconceivable in his mind. Our inability to reconcile with how we approached time was one of the reasons we broke up, and that dinner was the last straw. Looking back on that parting of the ways, I did some research and learnt about concepts that describe the differences in the ways that my ex-boyfriend and I structure our day. I operate on what behavioural scientists call 'event time', referring to a system where individuals progress at their own internal rhythm, transitioning between tasks when they feel that the last one is finished. As I was working on a project before our ill-fated meeting, I had hoped to make sure it was done well before heading out so that I would not have to think about it for the rest of the night and could enjoy the meal with him. To me, this was more important than meeting up at the predetermined time, which of course backfired in the end. This contrasts with 'clock-timers' who use external cues to guide the way they schedule their actions. If they allocate two hours to finish something, when the two hours have passed, the work is done. While one way of managing time is not necessarily better than the other, the world operates based on the clock. After all, there are non-negotiable activities like flights and doctors' appointments. Would an entire planeload of passengers wait for you just because you are late? Productivity and performance expert Charlene Ng said the dominance of clock-time culture reinforces a narrative of failure for anyone who doesn't fit in. Ms Cindi Wirawan, a career coach, agreed. She said: 'Being an event-timer can be mentally challenging as you could be perceived as disorganised or even unproductive for failing to adhere to schedules. 'They may feel anxious or struggle with guilt whenever they can't keep up.' However, event timers can push themselves to follow the clock out of necessity, punctually submitting work and respecting others' time in order to be empathetic, dependable friends. This does not mean it is their ideal or preferred method of planning their time. Looking back at my time with my ex-boyfriend, I wondered if I had tried to adapt to his way of managing time, the relationship might have kept going. So what are some time management strategies that event-timers can adopt to function better in a world where the clock is dominant?
Zawya
24-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
GACA releases punctuality and performance rankings of Saudi airports and national carriers during May
RIYADH — The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) on Monday issued its monthly report on the punctuality and performance of airports and national carriers during the last month of May. This is based on flights departing or arriving within 15 minutes of their scheduled time, as well as the airport performance based on 11 operational standards. GACA released the punctuality report to provide travelers with a clear overview of adherence to flight schedules and to support efforts to enhance service quality and improve the overall passenger experience. According to the report, King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah, King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Tabuk, AlUla International Airport, and Turaif Airport ranked among the top-performing airports in May. Airports were categorized into five groups. In the first category, which includes international airports with over 15 million passengers annually, King Abdulaziz International Airport ranked first with an on-time performance rate of 89 percent. In the second category, for airports handling 5 to 15 million passengers annually, King Fahd International Airport in Dammam topped the list with 88 percent. In the third category, which includes airports handling 2 to 5 million passengers annually, Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Tabuk ranked first with 91percent. AlUla International Airport led the fourth category for airports with fewer than 2 million passengers, with a 96 percent on-time performance rate, while Turaif Airport topped the fifth category for domestic airports with a 97 percent on-time performance rate. At the airline level, Saudia recorded a 90 percent on-time rate for both arrivals and departures; flynas achieved 89 percent for arrivals and 91percent for departures; and flyadeal recorded 90 percent for arrivals and 92 percent for departures. The report also highlighted key domestic and international routes. Domestically, the Jazan–Jeddah and Jeddah–Abha routes achieved a punctuality rate of 95 percent. Internationally, the Jeddah–Abu Dhabi route ranked first with a 97 percent on-time performance rate. These efforts align with the objectives of the National Aviation Strategy, which seeks to position the Kingdom as a leading regional aviation hub by enhancing operational standards, improving efficiency, and raising the quality of services provided to travelers. GACA issued on Sunday its monthly performance report for Saudi international and domestic airports during May. The report assesses airport performance based on 11 operational standards aligned with strategic objectives aimed at improving services, enhancing quality, and ensuring a seamless traveler experience. King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, Abha International Airport, Arar Airport, and Qurayyat Airport ranked top positions in the report. GACA categorizes airports for performance evaluation based on annual passenger volumes, ensuring a transparent approach. Among international airports with more than 15 million passengers annually, King Khalid International Airport ranked first with an 82 percent compliance rate, outperforming King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah, which also recorded 82 percent but scored lower in key performance criteria. In the category of international airports serving 5 to 15 million passengers annually, King Fahd International Airport in Dammam ranked first with a 91 percent compliance rate, while Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Madinah came second with 82 percent. Among airports with 2 to 5 million annual passengers, Abha International Airport achieved a 100 percent compliance rate, leading in metrics related to average waiting time for departing and arriving flights. In the category of airports with fewer than 2 million annual passengers, Arar Airport also achieved a 100 percent compliance rate, outperforming peers in average waiting time. Qurayyat Airport ranked first among domestic airports, achieving a 100 percent compliance rate and leading in efficiency for departing and arriving flight procedures. GACA evaluates airport performance based on key passenger service areas to ensure a smooth and efficient travel experience aligned with international standards. © Copyright 2022 The Saudi Gazette. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Argaam
23-06-2025
- Business
- Argaam
GACA issues May report on airport, airline punctuality
The General Authority for Civil Aviation (GACA) released its monthly report on the punctuality of Saudi airports and national carriers for May 2025. The report measures performance based on departures and arrivals occurring within 15 minutes of the scheduled time and complements GACA's other monthly assessments of service quality at airports and airlines. Among international airports with more than 15 million passengers annually, Jeddah's King Abdulaziz International Airport Riyadh's ranked first with a 89% compliance rate. In the category of international airports with five to 15 million passengers annually, Dammam's King Fahd International Airport topped with 88% compliance. As for international airports with two to five million passengers per year, Tabuk's Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz Airport (TUU) led with a 91% compliance rate. AlUla International Airport took first place in the fourth category of international airports with less than two million passengers annually, with a 96% compliance rate. Meanwhile, for domestic airports, Tarif Airport led with 100% compliance. The following table breaks down the on-time departure performance of Saudi airports in May 2025: Compliance with Departure Times Category Airport Current Month Previous Month Int'l Airports (>15 mln passengers annually) King Abdulaziz International Airport (Jeddah) 89% 78% King Khalid International Airport (Riyadh) 89% 90% Int'l Airports (5-15 mln passengers annually) King Fahd International Airport (Dammam) 88% 87% Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz International Airport (Medina) 86% 72% Int'l Airports (2-5 mln passengers annually) Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz International Airport (Tabuk) 91% 83% King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz International Airport (Jazan) 91% 90% Abha International Airport 88% 91% Int'l Airports (<2 mln passengers annually) AlUla International Airport 96% 88% Neom Bay International Airport 95% 94% Al-Jouf International Airport 93% 84% Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz International Airport (Qassim) 92% 86% Prince Abdulmohsin bin Abdulaziz International Airport (Yanbu) 91% 74% Hail International Airport 91% 92% Arar International Airport 90% 90% Taif International Airport 88% 82% Najran International Airport 85% 90% Al-Qaisumah International Airport 84% 87% Al-Ahsa International Airport 84% 93% Domestic Airports Turaif Airport 97% 100% Sharurah Airport 93% 75% Wadi Al-Dawasir Airport 93% 100% Bisha Airport 92% 94% King Saud bin Abdulaziz Airport – Al-Baha 91% 99% Al-Dawadmi Airport 89% 75% Al-Qurayyat Airport 81% 83% Rafha Airport 77% 73% Saudi Airlines (Saudia) topped national carriers in terms of compliance to arrival and departure flights, with 90%. Meanwhile, flynas came in second with 89% for compliance to arrivals and 91% for departures. National Carriers' Compliance to Arrival/Departure Times Carrier Arrivals Departures Current Month Previous Month Current Month Previous Month Saudia 90% 89% 90% 89% flynas 89% 86% 91% 91% Flyadeal 90% 87% 92% 91% The report showed that the Jizan-Jeddah route and Jeddah-Abha route topped domestic routes in terms of compliance at 95%. Compliance of Top five Domestic Routes* Route Departure Compliance in Current Month Departure Compliance in Previous Month Jizan to Jeddah 95% 86% Jeddah to Abha 95% 94% Dammam to Jeddah 94% 92% Jeddah to Jizan 94% 93% Riyadh to Abha 94% 96% *Selected from the 20 busiest routes. Internationally, the Riyadh-Amman route topped with a 97% compliance rate, followed by the Riyadh-Dubai route (94%). Compliance of Top Five International Routes* Route Compliance of Departure Flights Current Month Previous Month Jeddah to Abu Dhabi 97% 92% Jeddah to Dubai 96% 81% Riyadh to Amman 95% 97% Riyadh to Abu Dhabi 94% 92% Riyadh to Bahrain 94% 94% *Selected from the 20 busiest routes. GACA indicated that cancelled flights are excluded when calculating the compliance rate. The actual time is calculated when the aircraft starts moving (push back from the stand) and when it stops moving (on stand with brakes on).
Daily Mail
17-06-2025
- Daily Mail
The UK's worst airport for flight cancellations revealed - as unlikely location takes the top spot
The UK's worst airport for flight cancellations has been revealed, as new data reveals which major airports axed the highest and lowest number of flights in 2024. A new study conducted by flight compensation specialists, AirAdvisor, analysed scheduled departures from 20 of the busiest airports by passenger traffic across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland over the last two years. It found that at all UK airports, the average flight cancellation rate in 2024 was 1.46 per cent - down slightly from 1.78 per cent in 2023. At London's major airports, including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and London City, the number of flights cancelled fell by almost 15 per cent between 2023 and 2024. Despite this, Southampton emerged as the UK's worst major airport for cancelled flights, followed by Belfast City, London City, Aberdeen and Glasgow airports. According to punctuality statistics cultivated by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), 3.57 per cent of flights from Southampton were cancelled in 2024 - affecting a total of 853,000 terminal passengers. The CAA defines cancelled flights 'as the non-operation of a previously planned flight, announced less than 24 hours before or after its scheduled departure time.' At Belfast City Airport, 2.3 million passengers experienced cancellations in 2024 - with 3.31 per cent of scheduled flights axed, down from 3.50 per cent in 2023. According to punctuality statistics cultivated by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), 3.57 per cent of flights from Southampton were cancelled in 2024 - affecting a total of 853,000 terminal passengers Cancellations at London City Airport stood at 3.13 per cent, affecting 3.5 million passengers, in 2024 - falling from 4 per cent the previous year. Additionally, Aberdeen Airport and Glasgow Airport saw 2.7 per cent and 2.15 per cent, respectively, of flights cancelled in 2024, with 2.3 million and 8 million passengers' journeys disrupted. On the other hand, AirAdvisor's findings unveiled five UK airports with the lowest cancellation rates in 2024 - with Bournemouth taking the top spot for the second year running with a rate of 0.08 per cent. This was followed by East Midlands International at 0.39 per cent, Belfast International at 0.41 per cent, Luton at 0.58 per cent and Bristol at 0.66 per cent. Anton Radchenko, CEO of AirAdvisor, said of the findings: 'The UK aviation industry is still in something of a recovery mode post-pandemic, however there is light at the end of the tunnel. 'This is reflected by the average cancellation rates at most major airports decreasing, which is promising to see. 'At several airports around the country, cancellation rates are still more than double the national average. These airports and their airline partners simply must do better. And passengers deserve better.' He added: 'Fortunately, British air passengers are protected by comprehensive legislation that entitles you to up to £520 in compensation if your flight to or from the UK, or with a UK or EU-based airline is cancelled with less than two weeks' notice, depending on the circumstances that led to the cancellation.' At Belfast City, 2.3 million passengers experienced cancellations in 2024 - with 3.31 per cent of scheduled flights axed, down from 3.50 per cent in 2023 AirAdvisor's findings unveiled five UK airports with the lowest cancellation rates in 2024 - with Bournemouth taking the top spot for the second year running with a rate of 0.08 per cent For customers whose journeys have been affected by cancelled flights, Radchenko advised using a free compensation calculator to establish any compensation that may be owed. It comes as Gatwick has retained its unwanted title as the country's worst airport for delays – with departures last year running on average 23 minutes late. The figures come as a busy summer holiday period looms and amid a warning from the travel industry that such delays risk leaving passengers feeling that they are not 'respected'. The data is an improvement for Gatwick from nearly 27 minutes in the previous 12 months but it is still longer than at any other domestic airport, said the Civil Aviation Authority.
Yahoo
01-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Why are airlines changing check-in rules?
If you're traveling this summer, brace yourself for an important shift in airport check-in rules. Airlines are updating their check-in deadlines in real-time, signaling a new era of tighter airport schedules in hopes of improving on-time departures. But what exactly do these new check-in policies mean for you as a traveler? Why are they happening now? And what can you do to make sure you don't miss your flight? Earlier this year, Delta Air Lines adjusted its domestic check-in cutoff from 30 minutes to 45 minutes before departure for most U.S. flights. International flights still require check-in at least 60 minutes before departure, but the window to check bags has also tightened in some airports. This week, United Airlines silently updated their check-in policy: passengers must now check in no later than 45 minutes prior to takeoff for domestic flights. The airline said the change aims to bring greater consistency across its operations and align more closely with other major carriers. These aren't isolated updates. Other carriers, including American Airlines and Alaska Airlines, have also been reinforcing existing policies or sending reminders to travelers about the importance of early arrival, indicating a broader industry push toward punctuality. The move to stricter check-in policies isn't arbitrary. Airlines are facing mounting pressure to improve on-time performance and reduce costly delays, especially as travel rebounds post-pandemic. Here's why it matters: Tighter schedules, bigger crowds: With more flights and fuller planes, a few late passengers can trigger a domino effect of delays, costing airlines money and frustrating travelers. Gate congestion: Airlines want to avoid last-minute baggage drops and rebookings that cause congestion at gates and customer service desks. On-time performance metrics: The Department of Transportation (DOT) tracks and publishes on-time arrival rates. Poor performance can damage an airline's reputation and customer loyalty. In short, when passengers check in late, it doesn't just affect their own flight; it can ripple across the entire day's schedule. With airlines enforcing stricter policies, it's more important than ever to arrive early and understand the fine print of your carrier's rules. Here are a few traveler-friendly tips from Gate Access: Most airlines allow online check-in 24 hours before departure. Doing this ahead of time reduces time spent at airport kiosks and lets you spot any travel alerts. Try setting a calendar reminder on your phone to send you a notification to check in early. Doing so can also improve your boarding group for some airlines. Airlines recommend arriving at least two hours before domestic flights and three hours before international flights. This is especially critical if you're checking bags. And don't forget: TSA screening lines can be a major variable. Even with TSA PreCheck, some airports report wait times as long as 30–45 minutes during peak hours. Regular security lines can take even longer. To avoid surprises, visit your airport's website ahead of your flight; most now offer real-time TSA wait time estimates. Knowing this data can help you better plan your arrival time and reduce stress. Even if you're checked in online, bag drop counters close at the same time as check-in deadlines. Showing up late with a bag means you could be denied boarding. These apps often send push notifications with updates on gate changes, boarding times and policy changes. Ultimately, early arrival isn't just about airline check-in deadlines — it's about building in margin for TSA and other variables that can't be controlled once you step into the terminal. Awareness is key The worst time to find out you've missed the check-in window is when you're standing in front of a closed bag-drop counter. With check-in rules becoming stricter across the board, travelers can no longer believe in 'airport theory'. If you're flying Delta, United or any major U.S. carrier this year, assume you need to be checked in at least 45 minutes before departure — and ideally, much earlier. The days of rolling up to the airport 30 minutes before your flight are officially over. For families, seniors and those who need extra assistance, services like TSA Cares can help smooth the experience, offering personalized security support and expedited help through the airport. Ultimately, being informed is your best defense against delays. A few extra minutes in arrival can mean the difference between a relaxing trip and a travel nightmare.
