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Stranded Overnight: Lufthansa Passengers Not Allowed To Deplane A320neo After Airport Closes

On February 19, 2026, Lufthansa flight LH2446 from Munich to Copenhagen was delayed, then cancelled shortly before midnight. With the aircraft still on the ramp, Munich Airport’s 12 a.m. curfew forced the terminal to lock down, and all apron‑bus drivers were sent home. The 123‑seat Airbus A320neo became an impromptu overnight shelter, offering limited food, water, and no blankets. Passengers remained aboard for six to seven hours until ground staff could return in the early morning and transport them to the terminal for rebooking. The episode quickly trended on social media, prompting immediate public scrutiny.