Reuters
• Sam Tabahriti
A failure in NATS’ flight-plan processing system halted or restricted arrivals at London Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted and other major UK airports, while departures faced extensive delays and cancellations. More than 600 flights were canceled, with the airspace remaining open but recovery expected to take time.
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A failure in NATS’ flight-plan processing system halted or restricted arrivals at London Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted and other major UK airports, while departures faced extensive delays and cancellations. More than 600 flights were canceled, with the airspace remaining open but recovery expected to take time.
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