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Thunderstorms Cause Flight Disruptions at Heathrow and Gatwick

Thunderstorms Cause Flight Disruptions at Heathrow and Gatwick
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Severe thunderstorms on June 27, 2026, severely disrupted flight operations at London Heathrow and Gatwick airports. The adverse weather affected air traffic at both major airports, leading to widespread disruptions.

Hundreds of flights across Heathrow and Gatwick were delayed or cancelled due to the storm. Many travellers faced prolonged waiting times, with some passengers stranded for as long as six hours while airlines managed the weather-related operational challenges.