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Thunderstorms Disrupt 900+ Flights at Heathrow and Gatwick Today

Thunderstorms Disrupt 900+ Flights at Heathrow and Gatwick Today
Image: British Airways Boeing 777 -200 G-YMMN taxiing through rainbow DSC_0461 by wbaiv via flickr, by-sa

On June 29, 2026, intense thunderstorms led to widespread flight disruptions at London Heathrow and Gatwick airports. The severe weather conditions forced the grounding of numerous flights, affecting normal airport operations throughout the day.

More than 900 flights were impacted by the storm, resulting in a large number of delays and cancellations across these key UK aviation hubs. The disruptions caused significant interference with passenger itineraries and travel plans at both airports.