UK flights suspended and delayed after air traffic control fault hits Heathrow and Gatwick

Flights were suspended and major delays hit multiple UK airports on Tuesday after a technical fault in the national air traffic control system, affecting Heathrow and Gatwick, London's two busiest hubs. The system failure forced temporary ground stops and disrupted departures across the country, with the most severe impact at the capital's main airports. Authorities worked to resolve the issue as passengers faced significant travel chaos. The incident adds to ongoing pressure on UK aviation infrastructure, which has faced repeated operational challenges in recent years. No immediate cause or full recovery timeline was provided.