Manchester Airport faced a major power outage early Sunday morning, leading to widespread disruptions and the cancellation of at least 15 flights from terminals 1 and 2. Terminal 3, while operational, also experienced some delays. Passengers have been advised against traveling to the airport and encouraged to contact their airlines for the latest information. Arriving flights have been diverted to alternate airports, including London Heathrow, London Gatwick, and Birmingham Airport.The airport, which serves as a hub for various tourist destinations, particularly Spain, had its electricity supply disrupted around 01:30 but has since been restored. Despite the restoration of power, baggage handling and security systems are still affected, leading to a backlog of passengers and their luggage. Airlines such as easyJet and Virgin Atlantic have issued apologies and are working to minimize the impact on travelers. The situation has sparked significant frustration among passengers, many of whom have taken to social media to voice their concerns. Manchester Airport has apologized for the inconvenience and is working diligently to restore normal operations as swiftly as possible.
Key points
- Power outage at Manchester Airport leads to cancellation of flights and travel chaos.
- Terminals 1 and 2 most affected, with Terminal 3 also experiencing delays.
- Passengers advised not to travel to the airport; airlines working to minimize disruption.
