Gatwick Airport closes its runway and grounds flights after an aircraft reportedly becomes stuck on the runway, causing widespread travel disruption. Airlines suspend departures as the closure prevents other planes from taking off, leading to delays and disruption for passengers.
Local and national outlets describe the situation as a major operational issue at the airport, with the blockage affecting flight schedules across the day. Reports focus on the immediate impact on departures and the knock-on effect for travellers, including extended waiting times and cancelled or delayed services.
While coverage broadly aligns on the runway being closed and flights being grounded due to the aircraft’s presence on the runway, details may vary between reports on the specific aircraft and the exact timeline of the disruption.
