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A technical problem at UK air traffic control provider NATS disrupted departing flights at Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester and Stansted, prompting restrictions and delays across Britain. Arrivals were not affected at the time of reporting, according to airport and industry updates.
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A technical problem at UK air traffic control provider NATS disrupted departing flights at Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester and Stansted, prompting restrictions and delays across Britain. Arrivals were not affected at the time of reporting, according to airport and industry updates.
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