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900+ Flights Disrupted by Thunderstorms at Heathrow and Gatwick

900+ Flights Disrupted by Thunderstorms at Heathrow and Gatwick
Image: Total Policing Public Notice Schedule 7 Terrorism Act sign, immigration hall, London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, Hounslow, London, UK (I was told off for photographing this) by gruntzooki via flickr, by-sa

On June 28, 2026, heavy thunderstorms that developed after an extended heatwave in the UK led to considerable flight disruptions at London’s Heathrow and Gatwick airports. More than 900 flights experienced delays or cancellations amid challenging weather conditions.

These interruptions affected both inbound and outbound services, leaving thousands of passengers facing delays and cancellations across the two major airports. Operations have been impacted throughout the day, resulting in increased wait times for travelers navigating the disrupted schedules.