Air traffic control issue causes flight delays and disruption across UK

Air travel across the UK is experiencing significant delays and cancellations as a technical issue at National Air Traffic Services disrupts operations, particularly at major London airports. The problem has already grounded around 200 flights, with more expected to be affected as the situation remains unresolved. Passengers are advised to check updates as the disruption is anticipated to persist for an extended period. Flight tracking data suggests the impact is spreading beyond the capital, though London’s hubs remain the hardest hit.

Departures from London airports worst hit as National Air Traffic Services investigates technical problemFlights around the UK are facing delays and disruption due to an air traffic control issue which has affected a string of airports including Heathrow and Gatwick and is expected to take “some time” to resolve.About 200 flights have been cancelled and the number is expected to rise, flight monitoring website Flightradar24 said. Continue reading...