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Power Failure Disrupts Passport Control at Manchester Airport's Terminal 3

Backup generators restored partial lighting, but immigration systems remain offline as teams work to resolve the issue.

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Overview

  • A localized power failure in Terminal 3 at Manchester Airport caused computer systems at immigration control to go offline, leading to processing delays.
  • Backup generators restored dim lighting after the initial outage, but full system functionality has yet to be restored.
  • Hundreds of passengers reported being crowded into corridors near passport control as officials worked to manage the disruption.
  • Despite the technical issues, flights at the airport have not been affected, according to an official statement.
  • Customer service and resilience teams are actively assisting passengers, and updates are being shared through social media.