7 Nov : Disruption at LHR - runway lighting failure
Nov 6, 18, 8:29 pm
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7 Nov : Disruption at LHR - runway lighting failure
On BA36 (Chennai-LHR), just pushed back from stand and then turned back into another. Captain comes on the PA to say Ops called into the aircraft saying Heathrow is shut and that they are accepting no aircraft due to a major lighting fault. Ops hence want this aircraft on the ground rather than in the air. Surely they could recover whatever it is in 11 hours?!
Any news from LHR?
Any news from LHR?
Nov 6, 18, 8:57 pm
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Multiple reports on Twitter that JFK and BOS flights are being held, or returning to gate. The early flights are due to start landing around 0415 (HKG and CPT) and are still en route. Be interesting to see where they get sent if the problem continues. Could be a bit of a mess later.
Nov 6, 18, 9:05 pm
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Given the issues diversions cause airlines it is probably wise to hold flights that have yet to take off until there is a firmer time for the airport to open.
Flights in the air are a different matter and they are likely looking at divert options just in case.
Flights in the air are a different matter and they are likely looking at divert options just in case.
Nov 6, 18, 9:13 pm
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Thanks for raising this.
Will be interesting to see how this plays out for those already well on the way towards LHR.
Generally the likes of CWL, LGW, MAN are the first port of call if LhR is up the creek followed by STN and the Scottish airports before the likes of DUB and other euro ports.
fingers crossed for anyone traveling today, especially anyone flying early.
cs
Will be interesting to see how this plays out for those already well on the way towards LHR.
Generally the likes of CWL, LGW, MAN are the first port of call if LhR is up the creek followed by STN and the Scottish airports before the likes of DUB and other euro ports.
fingers crossed for anyone traveling today, especially anyone flying early.
cs
Nov 6, 18, 9:21 pm
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Lounge announcement at PHX... the estimate delay is... we dont know. Our pre-booked cabana and Elemis massages looking like theyll go to waste unfortunately.
Nov 6, 18, 9:23 pm
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Once you are sure you will not be able to make use of them, it'd probably be a good idea to let them know you won't be using them, so someone else can?
Nov 6, 18, 9:25 pm
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Nov 6, 18, 10:31 pm
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https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-46120888
Passengers are facing disruption at Heathrow Airport because of a problem with the runway lights.People on planes due to fly into Heathrow have been reporting that they haven't been allowed to take off because the airport is closed.An airport spokesperson said a technical issue was being investigated and disruption was anticipated throughout the morning.
Passengers are being advised to check their flight status with the airlines.British Airways said in a statement that it was diverting flights due to arrive at Heathrow shortly and delaying flights which had not yet departed.
Passengers are being advised to check their flight status with the airlines.British Airways said in a statement that it was diverting flights due to arrive at Heathrow shortly and delaying flights which had not yet departed.
Nov 6, 18, 10:42 pm
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notams suggest this is an issue with the runway stopbars. These red lights act as a protection to stop aircraft from entering the runway when not cleared to do so. Without them (and depending on what else is working) I would assume operations can continue but with seriously reduced rates thus the ground holds.
Nov 6, 18, 10:43 pm
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Not so sure about that. Heathrow Airport just tweeted that they are looking into and resolving technical issue with runway lights and to check flight status with airline before travelling. Going to be some serious delays it looks like.
