Jet fuel shortage could wreak havoc on your summer travel plans and these are the flights to avoid: expert

This summer, your vacation could get shaken up by severe turbulence — but not at 35,000 feet.With jet fuel shortages changing how Americans travel, experts are warning that flight cancellations and other last-minute changes could become inevitable.“Travelers are set to face continued travel disruption, as rising tensions in the Middle East have resulted in a jet fuel shortage, putting pressure on airline schedules,” Chris Harrington, travel expert and managing director of airport and travel source Hoppa, told The Post.In mid-April, the International Energy Agency (IEA) set off alarms, warning that Europe could run out of jet fuel in six weeks — bringing us perilously near the end of that timeline.Some airlines have even started to cancel flights already, including Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Air Canada, AirAsia X, Lufthansa and SAS.But if a flight is cut due to a fuel shortage, passengers have rights that they should be aware of, according to Harrington.While they may not get you to a dreamy villa in Rome or your favorite Las Vegas casino any faster, he has shared exactly what travelers should do if they’re in a sticky situation — thanks to jet fuel woes.Unsurprisingly, the first thing is to contact the airline, Harrington said.

And if you’re already at the airport, go to your carrier’s customer service desk to speak to staff directly — otherwise, time may not be on your side.“With disruption expected, acting quickly is essential, as available seats on alternative flights may be limited and only available for a short time,” he advised.However, since many people will be facing the same issue at the same time when at the airport, using the airline’s app or customer service line to find out the next steps might be quicker.Once you manage to speak to a representative, ask to rebook on a later flight.

In many cases, the airline will already offer to book another flight for you, though airline policies can vary.“While rebooking isn’t an...