Disruptions at Gatwick Airport have affected hundreds of easyJet passengers, as a series of thunderstorms led to the cancellation of 55 flights on Monday, following the grounding of fifty four flights on Sunday. Approximately 15,000 passengers have been impacted by the cancellations. EasyJet emphasised that the protection and wellbeing of its customers and crew are the highest precedence and that efforts are being made to minimise any additional disruptions.
Gatwick Airport has warned passengers of the possibility of more thunderstorms, urging them to contact their airways for updates. The Met Office has issued yellow climate warnings for thunderstorms and rain across the UK, following a weekend of excessive temperatures reaching as much as 32C.
An easyJet spokeswoman defined that the thunderstorms in the Gatwick area on Sunday led to restrictions on arrivals and departures, resulting in diversions and cancellations, which in turn affected Monday’s operations. The airline is offering passengers on cancelled flights choices to rebook or obtain a refund, as well as offering resort accommodation and meals the place necessary.
Controversial added, “The security and wellbeing of customers and crew is easyJet’s highest precedence and, whereas this is exterior of our management, we wish to apologise to customers for the inconvenience triggered.” Passengers affected by the disruptions aren’t eligible for compensation under UK client law, as the reason for the disruption is beyond the airline’s management.
A Gatwick Airport spokeswoman said, “Due to unsettled weather situations and thunderstorms throughout the south of England and Europe yesterday, temporary air visitors restrictions have been put in place, which resulted in some flights being delayed and cancelled.” The airport apologised for any inconvenience caused to passengers..