European Butter Shortage Sparks Unlikely Solution: Air Freight. A severe shortage of butter in Europe has led to a peculiar solution: importing the dairy product by air. With prices skyrocketing and panic buying on the rise, some companies are turning to air freight to bring in butter from other parts of the world. The decision to airlift butter comes as a surprise, especially considering the current economic climate, where fuel costs and transportation logistics are a significant burden. Experts warn that this solution may not be a long-term fix, but for now, it's a desperate attempt to meet the growing demand for the essential ingredient.