Gatwick Airport Suspends Flights Following Drone Sighting
London's Gatwick Airport temporarily halted all flights on Sunday afternoon due to a drone sighting. The runway was closed for approximately 50 minutes, leading to significant operational disruptions. At least twelve inbound flights were diverted to other airports, including Stansted, Luton, and Southend. The airport confirmed that operations resumed after the runway was deemed safe. The incident highlights the ongoing security challenge posed by drones to major international airports.
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