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ScienceAviation faces hotter, stormier skies as climate change threatens more disruption

More unstable weather linked to climate change could make aviation disruption increasingly common. Thunderstorms in June delayed about 900 flights to and from Heathrow and Gatwick, with some delays lasting up to 11 hours. Industry experts warn that storms could eventually affect all of London’s airports at once, causing serious operational problems.

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BBBC News★★★☆☆2026-09-05 23:20Original

Aviation faces hotter, stormier skies as climate change threatens more disruption
Aviation faces hotter, stormier skies as climate change threatens more disruptionScience