Thousands of travelers faced flight delays and cancellations as the United Kingdom's air traffic control system experienced technical problems, resulting in restrictions on the flow of aircraft in and out of the country.
Hundreds of flights were cancelled or delayed in the UK due to a technical problem with air traffic control systems, causing widespread disruption and likely to last for a few days, although it is not believed to be a cyberattack according to British Transport Minister Mark Harper.
The British government is working with airlines to help stranded passengers after an air traffic control glitch caused widespread flight cancellations that are expected to continue for days.
Thousands of UK holidaymakers who had their flights home cancelled in recent days due to a data glitch are concerned about whether they will be reimbursed for the extra costs they incurred for food, accommodation, and alternative travel arrangements.
