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Fog Grounds Aurigny Flights, Stranding Passengers
22 Feb
Summary
- Heavy fog prevented Aurigny planes from landing on Saturday night.
- All four aircraft attempted landings but were forced to turn back.
- Passengers face significant delays and potential rebooking issues.
Aurigny flights experienced widespread delays on Saturday night and into the following day due to heavy fog at Guernsey and Alderney airports. All four of the airline's ATR aircraft attempted to land but were ultimately unable to do so, forcing them to return. This led to aircraft and crews being out of position, significantly impacting the flight schedule for Sunday.
Passengers like Matthew Newman, traveling with his family, faced cancellations and severe delays, with rebooked flights expected to be up to five hours late. The limited availability of flights until Tuesday has left some travelers stranded, unable to secure alternative travel. Newman criticized Aurigny's communication as "appalling" and highlighted the challenges of managing long delays with a baby.
Aurigny advised passengers to check the airline's website for updates and to arrive at the airport at least 45 minutes before their scheduled departure time, unless otherwise instructed. The airline acknowledged the frustration caused by the situation and the potential for longer rebooking waits due to limited capacity over the next few days.
