British Airways cancels flights at Heathrow as Storm Lilian nears
Storm Lilian forces BA flight cancellations at Heathrow
British Airways has cancelled flights at Heathrow Airport as Storm Lilian approaches the UK, bringing expected winds of up to 80mph.
Travellers flying with BA tomorrow morning may need extra patience due to numerous cancellations.
The airline has preemptively cancelled various international and domestic flights at London’s main airport ahead of the long bank holiday weekend.
Destinations affected include popular holiday spots such as Barcelona and Rome.
British Airways has cancelled eight flights, with another five showing as delayed on the airport’s departure board and the BA website.
The UK braces for Storm Lilian’s arrival following yellow weather warnings from the Met Office for strong winds and rain in several regions.
The cancelled British Airways flights from Heathrow on Friday are as follows:
– BA472 at 6.15 am to Barcelona
– BA1430 at 6.15 am to Edinburgh
– BA552 at 6.50 am to Rome
– BA304 at 7.10 am to Paris
– BA1472 at 7.10 am to Glasgow
– BA1304 at 7.30 am to Aberdeen
– BA752 at 8.15 am to Basel
– BA1370 at 8.45 am to Manchester
The delayed flights are:
– BA494 at 1.35 pm to Palma
– BA127 at 2.05 pm to Doha
– BA171 at 5.05 pm to Pittsburgh
– BA099 at 5.05 pm to Toronto
– BA958 at 8.20 pm to Munich
A British Airways spokesperson stated: “Due to restrictions imposed by Air Traffic Control at Heathrow Airport as a result of forecast adverse weather tomorrow, we’ve made some minor adjustments to our schedule. We’ve apologised to our customers for the disruption to their travel plans and our teams are working to get them to their destinations as quickly as possible.”
Friday’s cancellations come after BA was reported to have a cancellation rate of only 3.2% in a global ranking of airlines, compared to Eastern Airlines’ 10.4%.
What Other Media Are Saying
- Metro reports that the UK is facing severe weather warnings for rain and wind, sparking fears of flooding and travel disruption across the country. (read more)
- Cargreen reports that British Airways has suspended Heathrow flights due to Storm Lilyan set to hit the UK, affecting travel plans for thousands. (read more)
- Express reports that British Airways cancels flights at Heathrow due to Storm Lilian, with severe weather conditions causing disruptions and cancellations. (read more)
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions asked about this news
Which British Airways flights are cancelled at Heathrow due to Storm Lilian?
Flights to Barcelona, Edinburgh, Rome, Paris, Glasgow, Aberdeen, Basel, and Manchester are cancelled.
Why did British Airways cancel flights at Heathrow?
Flights were cancelled due to restrictions imposed by Air Traffic Control because of forecasted adverse weather.
What is the weather forecast for the UK with Storm Lilian approaching?
The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for strong winds and rain, with 80mph winds forecast.
Which British Airways flights are delayed at Heathrow due to Storm Lilian?
Flights to Palma, Doha, Pittsburgh, Toronto, and Munich are delayed.
How does British Airways’ cancellation rate compare globally?
BA has a cancellation rate of 3.2%, compared to Eastern Airlines’ 10.4%.
