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U.K. Air Traffic Control Collapse | Europe News

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The U.K.’s air traffic control system crashed, grounding over 2,000 flights and sparking chaos for passengers and airlines alike. NATS blamed a technical glitch, but the fallout—delays stretching into a second day, stranded travelers, and furious carriers—is still unfolding. With this being the second major failure in three years, pressure mounts for NATS leadership to step down. The government is now demanding a full investigation, though they’ve reaffirmed confidence in the chief, who apologized and stressed safety remains paramount. Passengers, like a cartoonist forced to abandon his convention, are left frustrated by lack of info and support. Airports urge travelers to check statuses before heading out as recovery efforts continue. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/53f87994fa3e9f56

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