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Thunderstorms Result in Flight Delays and Stranding at Heathrow

Thunderstorms Result in Flight Delays and Stranding at Heathrow
Image: Neo-socialist-realist Aeroflot ad, Heathrow Airport Terminal 2, Hounslow, London, UK by gruntzooki via flickr, by-sa

On June 28, 2026, London Heathrow and Gatwick airports experienced significant disruptions due to severe thunderstorms. These weather conditions led to operational challenges affecting numerous flights throughout the day.

Hundreds of flights faced delays, with some passengers stranded inside airport terminals for periods reaching up to six hours. The storms affected flight schedules extensively, causing disruption for a large number of travellers attempting to depart from or arrive at the airports.