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Wizz Air UK Managing Director Questions UK Air Traffic Control Resilience
Yvonne Moynihan, the managing director of Wizz Air UK, has raised concerns regarding the resilience of the UK’s air traffic control service following significant disruptions over recent days. In an interview on BBC Radio 4’s Today programme, Moynihan reported that Wizz Air experienced 24 flight cancellations and more than 21 delayed flights in a single day, which she stated impacted over 10,000 passengers travelling to and from London.
Moynihan highlighted that this particular disruption instance marks the third occurrence of air traffic control failures during peak travel times. “So major questions need to be asked,” she said.
The situation has prompted calls for accountability within National Air Traffic Services (NATS). When questioned about whether NATS chief executive Martin Rolfe should consider his position, Moynihan referred to the “three strikes and you’re out” principle, emphasising that for an industry faced with repeated failures, reconsideration of leadership is warranted. She stated, “A third time and a third excuse is not enough anymore.”
The ongoing concerns regarding the efficacy of the UK’s air traffic control have been amplified by the recent incidents, leading to discussions within the aviation sector about the need for systemic improvements.
