On June 28, 2026, thunderstorms significantly disrupted flight schedules at London’s Heathrow and Gatwick airports, impacting over 900 flights. The sudden severe weather conditions led to widespread cancellations across both airports.
As a result of these disruptions, approximately 40,000 passengers were left stranded, facing extended delays throughout the day. Flight operations remained affected as the airports continued to manage the consequences of the storm.
