Around 13,000 flights were cancelled globally in May , resulting in two million fewer available seats, according to aviation analyst Cirium. While this figure might appear significant, it constitutes a mere 1.5 per cent reduction in total worldwide aviation capacity, says The Independent’s Simon Calder . These cancellations are primarily driven by the high price of jet fuel , rather than any supply shortages. German carrier Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines account for a substantial proportion of these grounded services, with both airlines opting to cancel flights as a cost-saving measure. In the UK, some Lufthansa operations have been affected, though this often means passengers are re-routed, for instance, those planning to fly from Glasgow to Frankfurt may now depart from Edinburgh. Heathrow Airport has recorded just over 100 cancellations.…