Manchester Airport experienced significant disruptions on Sunday due to a power outage, resulting in numerous flight cancellations and delays. The power issue, which also impacted nearby buildings, affected Terminals 1 and 2 the most, causing many flights to be either delayed or canceled. Passengers scheduled to depart from those terminals were advised to contact their airlines before proceeding to the airport.
Despite the restoration of power, the airport's operations continued to be impacted throughout the day. Passengers departing from Terminal 3 were unaffected unless otherwise notified by their airlines, although they were cautioned about potential delays.
The disruption was initially reported by Sky News, highlighting the power supply issue and its impact on the airport and neighboring buildings. Airlines operating out of Terminals 1 and 2 experienced the brunt of the cancellations and delays, and passengers were advised to stay in touch with their carriers for updates.