UK Flight Disruptions Due to Storm Isha
Many flights throughout the UK had to be cancelled, delayed, or rerouted due to Storm Isha, which swept the nation with strong winds and a lot of rain.
Prior to the amber weather notice going into force at 6 p.m. yesterday, flights from Belfast were cancelled. Schedules returned early this morning.
Disruption was reported at multiple airports, including Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester, Bristol, Glasgow, and Edinburgh, as air traffic control restrictions were imposed.
A Ryanair flight from Tenerife to Edinburgh was reportedly redirected to Cologne; a Tui aircraft from Sharm El Sheikh to Glasgow was reportedly diverted to Manchester airport; an EasyJet flight from Fuerteventura to Edinburgh was reportedly rerouted to Manchester airport; and a Jet2 service from Tenerife to Glasgow was reportedly moved to Stansted.
British Airways said: “Like other airlines, we have had to make schedule adjustments due to the adverse weather conditions across the UK and Europe caused by Storm Isha.
“We’ve apologised to our customers for the disruption to their travel plans, and our teams are working hard to get them on their way as quickly as possible.”
Ryanair warned of potential flight disruptions to and from the UK today due to Storm Isha.
Jet2 said: “Our UK-based operation teams are constantly monitoring the current and forecasted weather with the Met Office to ensure we can react to any changes as quickly as possible.
“We are aware that throughout Monday, January 22, 2024, there will be various Yellow and Amber alerts in place at different times across parts of the UK due to the adverse effects of Storm Isha.
“Due to the forecasted high winds and rain forecast throughout the day, customers travelling with us from the UK are advised to allow extra time to get to the airport and check with any transport suppliers you are relying on to get you to the airport for any disruption they may be facing.
“Currently, we plan to operate all Jet2.com flights on time, and our check-in desks will continue to close 40 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time.”
Glasgow airport said: “Due to the adverse weather impacts of Storm Isha, we would ask anyone due to travel to check with their airlines directly regarding the status of their flight.”
Until midday, there is a yellow wind warning in effect for the whole nation, with inland gusts of 50 to 60 mph predicted. In exposed coastal areas, gusts may not exceed 70 to 80 mph.
A further yellow warning for wind for Scotland, Northern Ireland, north Wales and Northern England was also issued from 4 pm on Tuesday until noon on Wednesday.