Leeds Bradford airport, East Midlands Airport, Manchester Airport and Newcastle Airport are also affected by the closure of UK airspace this August bank holiday
has said that it has applied traffic flow restrictions due to the “technical issue” affecting air traffic control.
Holidaymakers have been warned of disruption to flights due to the fault. It comes as thousands of people across the region look to make the most of the final week of theUK airspace closed as 'major failure' sparks safety worry leaving passengers stranded for up to 12 hours A statement on the Leeds Bradford Airport website said: "LBA update - could all customers please be advised due to an outage with the national air traffic system delays are expected to all flights. Further updates to follow."
A statement from Manchester Airport said: "We are aware of a nationwide air traffic control issue that is affecting flights in and out of airports across the country. This may cause disruption to some flights at Manchester Airport.Get all the latest big and breaking Leeds news straight to your mobile via WhatsAppIf you don’t like our community, you can leave any time. We also treat members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.
@MissG_RE wrote on Twitter: "Sat in Leeds Bradford Airport and flights are delayed 7+ hours and the vouchers given don’t cover water. This is a joke! No information for passengers and missing a day of our holiday! Early flight to have a whole day - now lost!"
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