Major UK air traffic control failure disrupts flights: Heathrow, Manchester hit; EasyJet, British Airways warn of delays
UK air traffic control failure disrupts flights at Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester and Stansted.
On Tuesday, numerous UK airports experienced significant flight delays and cancellations following a technical failure at the nation's air traffic control provider, National Air Traffic Services (NATS). Notable airports affected included Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester, and Stansted. Airlines like EasyJet and British Airways alerted passengers to potential disruptions.
NATS disclosed the issue stemmed from its flight processing system, with engineers working to rectify the problem. Despite airspace remaining open, recovery was expected to be time-consuming. Passengers were advised to consult their respective airlines for real-time updates.
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