On June 29, 2026, severe thunderstorms led to the grounding of over 900 flights at London Heathrow and Gatwick airports. The intense weather conditions triggered widespread disruptions, forcing numerous cancellations and substantial delays at these major UK aviation hubs.
Key airlines affected by these disruptions included British Airways, Ryanair, and easyJet, which experienced significant operational challenges. Thousands of travelers encountered delays and cancellations on a day marked by extensive atmospheric instability across London’s airspace.
