A power outage at Manchester Airport caused significant disruption to flights and operations on Thursday, November 2nd, 2023.
The cause of the outage is still under investigation. Initial reports suggested a transformer fire, but this has not been confirmed.
The outage affected all terminals, causing flight delays, cancellations, and disruption to baggage handling and other services.
Passengers were advised to check with their airlines for the latest information on their flights.
Airport staff worked to restore power and minimize disruption.
Passengers were advised to arrive at the airport with plenty of time to spare and to check the airport website for updates.
Power has been restored to most areas of the airport. However, some disruption is still expected. Passengers are advised to check with their airlines for the latest information on their flights.