UK Civil Aviation Authority

The UK's aerospace regulator.

[HyImpulse Technologies @HyImpulseTech]

Major milestone achieved: #HyImpulse has received its 𝗨𝗞 𝗟𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 from the Civil Aviation Authority, becoming a licensed launch operator in the United Kingdom.

The licence enables future launch operations from SaxaVord Spaceport and marks the completion of a comprehensive regulatory review process.

SR75 is ready for flight, and we are now working with the @UK_CAA and @SaxaVord_Space on the final operational activities ahead of our 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗦𝗥𝟳𝟱 𝗹𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝘀𝗼𝗶𝗹, planned for spring 2027.

Read the full press release: https://t.co/DbDPBamnsU

[NATS @NATS]

ℹ️ Early this morning (Monday 21 September) we experienced a technical issue at our Prestwick centre in Scotland.

To maintain safety, air traffic regulations were applied to manage traffic demand while our engineers investigated.
(1/4)

[Heidi Alexander MP @Heidi_Labour]

There has been a further IT issue affecting @NATS.

Engineers have fixed the problem and systems are resuming.

I know this will be deeply frustrating for passengers after the previous issue.

There may be some delays as things reset. Please check with your airline for updates.

[UK Civil Aviation Authority @UK_CAA]

Are you currently experiencing flight disruption?

If your flight is delayed or cancelled, make sure to know your rights.

https://t.co/hEartm1eXV

[Heathrow Airport @HeathrowAirport]

Travelling with a power bank? ⚡️

What you should know before you travel:

🧳Do not put power banks in your checked luggage
🎒 Keep power banks in your hand luggage
🔋 Do not charge power banks on board aircraft
📲 Do not use power banks to charge devices during your flight

Always check with your airline before you travel.

[UK Civil Aviation Authority @UK_CAA]

Always keep your power banks and vapes with you onboard the aircraft.

Never pack them in your checked luggage; they can overheat and cause a fire.

Always check with your airline.

Pack Right. Safe Flight: https://t.co/mOUD0mg0Ak

[UK Civil Aviation Authority @UK_CAA]

Some UK airports and airlines are still affected by the recent NATS disruption.

If your flight is delayed or cancelled, you have passenger rights, including the right to be kept informed.

Travelling soon? Check with your airline first.

https://t.co/hEartm1eXV

[NATS @NATS]

ℹ️ Technical issue

We have implemented a fix and our flight system is starting to recover. We are continuing to work closely with our airline and airport customers on recovery. (1/2)

[Heidi Alexander MP @Heidi_Labour]

I’m aware of a technical issue impacting flights at airports including Heathrow and Gatwick.

Technicians have idenfitied the issue and are fixing it as we speak. I know this will be frustrating for passengers and I'm sorry. Please check with your airline for latest advice.

[London City Airport @LondonCityAir]

Due to an air traffic control issue affecting airports across London, London City Airport is experiencing disruption to departing flights.

Passengers should check their flight status with their airline before travelling to the airport. We apologise for the inconvenience and thank passengers for their patience.

[NATS @NATS]

ℹ️ Technical issue

We have identified that the issue was in our flight processing system.  Our engineers are on site and working urgently to resume normal operations as quickly as possible. We recognise the ongoing disruption to travel, for which we sincerely apologise. (1/3)

[London Stansted Airport @STN_Airport]

ℹ️ Information for passengers - 08.09.26 | 3:30pm

[Heathrow Airport @HeathrowAirport]

The air traffic control service @NATS is experiencing a technical issue which is impacting departing flights at UK airports.

Arriving flights are not currently impacted.

We are supporting our local NATS team in their efforts to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. We will provide updated information when we have it.

We apologise to those disrupted and advise passengers to check with their airline for latest flight information.

[Belfast City Airport @BELFASTCITY_AIR]

TRAVEL INFO: Due to the technical issue referenced below, there may be some disruption to flights due to arrive in and depart from Belfast City Airport.

The latest flight information can be found on our website: https://t.co/FqA9OsHvzV

[Edinburgh Airport @EDI_Airport]

We are aware of a technical issue affecting @NATS which may impact operations.

We are working closely with air traffic control, airlines and other partners, and hope @NATS can resolve the issue as quickly as possible.

[Manchester Airport @manairport]

ℹ️ Information for passengers - 08.09.26 | 3:15pm

[NATS @NATS]

ℹ️ Technical issue

We are investigating a technical issue which is causing some disruption to flight departures. Our engineers are on site and we will provide an update as soon as we can. (1/2)

[UK Civil Aviation Authority @UK_CAA]

Is your flight delayed?

Remember that you have rights, and your airline has a duty of care to you.

More information: https://t.co/D5oe6lJUu7

[UK Civil Aviation Authority @UK_CAA]

Had a bad experience with an airline or airport?

You have options. You can make a complaint through:
🔷An Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) body or
🔷Our Passenger Advice and Complaints Team (PACT).

Find out how to complain ➡️ https://t.co/lpr42qG6NX