Britain's National Air Traffic Service (NATS) was forced to restrict the flow of aircraft on Monday as it works to address a technical issue, it said.
"We are currently experiencing a technical issue and have applied traffic flow restrictions to maintain safety. Engineers are working to find and fix the fault," a spokesperson said.
Earlier Scottish airline Loganair said on social media site X that there had been a network-wide failure of UK air traffic control computer systems, warning international flights may face delays. Several passengers took to social media to say they were stuck on planes on the tarmac waiting to take off on what is a busy travel day due to Monday's UK public holiday.
One Reuters witness being held on the tarmac at Budapest said their pilot told passengers that a massive computer failure had closed all UK airspace and they faced an 8-12 hour delay.Our Standards:
Canada Latest News, Canada Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
UK air traffic control says 'technical issue' hitting flights on busy travel dayBritain’s air traffic control system says it is experiencing a “technical issue” that could delay flights on Monday, the end of a holiday weekend and a busy day for air traffic travel.
Read more »
Vivo launches much cheaper competitor to Apple’s iPad Air, the Pad AirVivo’s new Android tablet is a worthy rival to Apple’s iPad Air, and it’s not just the design and features that make it a direct competitor, but the name too.
Read more »
The Affordable Small-Space Air Purifiers That Amazon Reviewers LovePerfect for small rooms, these air purifiers will provide a breath of fresh air.
Read more »
Armed with traffic cones, protesters are immobilizing driverless carsSelf-driving cars have flooded San Francisco's streets, and not everyone is happy. Street activists have been using a low-tech solution to incapacitate the vehicles.
Read more »
Armed With Traffic Cones, Protesters Are Immobilizing Driverless CarsSelf-driving cars have flooded San Francisco's streets, and not everyone is happy. Street activists have been using a low-tech solution to incapacitate the vehicles.
Read more »
Temporary lane to relieve I-15 traffic between Southern California and Las VegasStarting Sunday, Caltrans will open a temporary lane on southbound Interstate 15 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sundays and Mondays to alleviate traffic heading toward Southern California and away from Sin City.
Read more »