Amsterdam Schiphol Runway Closed Due to Solar Farm Glare
Polderbaan runway restricted during sunny mornings
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport has closed its Polderbaan runway for two hours on sunny mornings after pilots reported dangerous glare from reflections off a nearby solar farm, prompting air traffic and airline authorities to extend the operational restrictions while authorities work on long‑term solutions such as removing thousands of solar panels or installing anti‑reflective glass to restore full runway access.