Flights Resume at Edinburgh Airport After Significant Air Traffic Control Outage
Flight operations have resumed at Edinburgh Airport following a substantial air traffic control outage brought the international hub to a standstill.
Every arrival and departure were suspended due to an systems problem that arose around 08:30.
A number of travelers found themselves stranded in aircraft on the tarmac while the issue persisted.
Services Recommence with Ongoing Delays
A statement indicated at 10:40 that operations had restarted, and expressed gratitude to passengers for their "understanding and cooperation".
However, ongoing issues are anticipated to continue throughout the day. Flights to London Gatwick, Bristol, Amsterdam and Frankfurt have been cancelled, with numerous other services subject to postponements.
A spokesperson had previously estimated that a significant number of movements could be disrupted.
"Travelers are urged to check directly with their airline for the current status on their individual travel plans," the statement added.
Cause of the Chaos
The airport attributed the full ground stop to an technical fault with its air traffic control provider.
Travelers should still plan to check the status of their journey before traveling to the terminal as backlogs are cleared.
