UK: Nationwide air traffic control system failure, Aug. 28 /update 1

Event

UK authorities have reported a nationwide air traffic control network failure as of 12:15 Aug. 28. National and international flights are reportedly affected. The UK's National Air Traffic Services reports that a technical fault caused the issue, and personnel are being deployed to repair the system. No specific timeline for the resolution of the issue has been confirmed. The system crash is causing severe flight delays at airports throughout the UK, and to flights connecting to the UK. In some instances, delays are estimated at around 10-12 hours.

Lingering flight delays will likely persist to UK flights following the resolution of the system failure.

Advice

Check the status of your flight with your airline before checking out of your accommodation. Anticipate delays and allow additional time for travel.