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Air traffic control issues cause delays at several UK airports

Passengers are experiencing delays at multiple UK airports today, 21 September 2026, due to a technical issue at the National Air Traffic Services (Nats) Prestwick centre.

  • Air traffic control issues are causing delays at several UK airports today.
  • The disruption is due to a technical issue at the Nats Prestwick centre in Scotland.
  • Affected airports include Manchester, Belfast City, Belfast International, Glasgow, and Aberdeen.

Passengers are facing delays this Monday morning, 21 September 2026, following further air traffic control issues affecting several airports across the UK. National Air Traffic Services (Nats) is investigating a technical issue at its Prestwick centre in Scotland.

Airlines have advised customers to anticipate disruption. To ensure safety, air traffic regulations have been implemented to manage demand. Engineers are currently on site working to resolve the problem.

Airports reportedly affected by this issue include Manchester Airport, Belfast City Airport, Belfast International Airport, Glasgow Airport, and Aberdeen Airport. Nats has stated that this current issue is unrelated to the technical problems experienced earlier this month.

What this means for you: Passengers should check with their airline for the latest information regarding their flight.

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