ATC Glitch Cancels Hundreds of Flights in the U.K.

Significant disruptions to air travel across the United Kingdom persisted following an Air Traffic Control (ATC) glitch that impacted flight schedules on Tuesday, July 25th. The issue led to the cancellation of hundreds of flights at major British airports including Heathrow and Gatwick. Operational delays were widespread as ATC systems experienced technical difficulties, causing cascading effects throughout the network. While most airports have now restarted operations, officials anticipate a prolonged period for complete restoration of normal service levels. Recovery efforts are expected to extend over several additional days, impacting travelers significantly.