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British Airways global IT system failure strands passengers on runways British Airways cancels all Heathrow, Gatwick flights amid global IT outage
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A British Airways global IT systems outage is causing delays for many passengers around the world Saturday with London’s Heathrow one of the worst affected airports. The airline said it is “working to resolve the problem as quickly as possible.” British Airways has cancelled all flights from London’s Heathrow and Gatwick airports due to a global IT outage Saturday. The airline said it is “working to resolve the problem as quickly as possible.”
Europe’s busiest airport Heathrow, which operates at about 98 percent capacity, has advised passengers to check the status of their flights before travelling.Europe’s busiest airport Heathrow, which operates at about 98 percent capacity, has advised passengers to check the status of their flights before travelling.
Reports of passengers affected by the outage throughout world, with delays reported in Rome, Prague, Stockholm, Malaga and Lisbon. Many passengers have criticized the airline for a lack of food and drink provided as a basic means of compensation.
Some passengers on social media vented their frustration at the issue, which has left many stranded, with some stuck on planes on the runway.Some passengers on social media vented their frustration at the issue, which has left many stranded, with some stuck on planes on the runway.