Lufthansa is reportedly drafting emergency plans to possibly ground aircraft because of impending kerosene shortages linked to the Iran‑War situation. Fuel‑supply disruptions directly affect airline operating costs and flight schedules, potentially leading to revenue losses and broader travel‑industry strain. Lufthansa,Iran (through Hormus transit controls),Global jet‑fuel suppliers,Airport operators Activation of fuel‑conservation measures,Search for alternative fuel sources or hedging strategies,Possible adjustments to flight schedules if shortages materialize The Handelsblatt report notes that kerosene supplies are tightening at many airports and that internal emergency plans are already being discussed, indicating the airline is preparing for a broader fuel‑availability crisis. This comes amid rising tensions over Iran’s control of the Hormus passage, which threatens oil tanker flows and could push up jet‑fuel prices globally. While Lufthansa has not publicly confirmed any groundings, the leaked contingency plans suggest the carrier views the risk as material and imminent.
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