air traffic control service

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The technical problem, which caused major disruption, was resolved by 5:10pm, the UK's air traffic control service said.

From BBC • Jul. 30, 2025

More than 700,000 passengers suffered cancellations and delays in August 2023 due to the computer shutdown at NATS, the UK's air traffic control service.

From BBC • Nov. 14, 2024

The British air traffic control service experienced a “technical issue” on Monday, causing delays to flights and significant disruption to air travel in and out of Britain.

From New York Times • Aug. 28, 2023

In the emergency budget, the chancellor listed a number of state assets which could be sold, including the Royal Mail, the Tote, part of the student loan portfolio and the air traffic control service.

From The Guardian • Dec. 13, 2010

NATS, the U.K. air traffic control service, said British airspace would remain restricted until at least mid-day on Sunday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2010