Gatwick Airport Operations Resume After Four Days of Fog Disruptions
Thick fog caused widespread delays and cancellations over the holiday period, impacting thousands of passengers at the UK's second busiest airport.
- Gatwick Airport has announced that operations are returning to normal after four days of severe fog disrupted flights and caused cancellations.
- More than 20 flights scheduled for Monday were preemptively cancelled to avoid last-minute disruptions, with passengers advised to check with airlines for updates.
- EasyJet and other airlines faced significant delays and cancellations over the weekend, with some flights delayed by up to 12 hours or more.
- Air traffic control provider Nats confirmed that temporary air restrictions due to poor visibility have been lifted, though minor delays may persist due to schedule adjustments.
- The Met Office has issued further weather warnings for snow, rain, and strong winds across the UK, with potential travel impacts continuing into the New Year.