UK Air Traffic Glitch Grounds Over 1,000 Flights; Air India Issues Travel Alert
A NATS technical fault disrupted over 1,000 UK flights, causing delays and cancellations. Air India diverted and delayed services, advising passengers to check status.
A major technical malfunction at NATS, the United Kingdom's air traffic control provider, threw air travel into chaos on Monday, impacting more than 1,000 flights. The disruption led to widespread cancellations and significant delays at several major airports across the country.
The fault forced airlines to halt or modify their operations, creating a ripple effect on both domestic and international routes. Passengers faced long queues and uncertainty as carriers worked to manage the fallout from the system failure.
Indian carrier Air India was among the affected airlines. The company confirmed that it had to divert, delay, or cancel multiple flights operating to and from the UK due to the technical issue. In response, Air India issued an advisory urging passengers to verify their flight status before heading to the airport.
The incident has intensified calls from airlines for a comprehensive review and reform of the UK's air traffic management infrastructure. Carriers are seeking assurances that such systemic failures, which cause severe operational and financial strain, will be prevented in the future.