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| Heathrow disruption after runway lights fault | Heathrow disruption after runway lights fault |
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| Passengers at Heathrow Airport have been warned that a "technical issue" affecting lighting on the runways could cause disruption to their journeys. | |
| The airport said it had fixed the problem, but advised travellers to check their flight status with their airline before coming to the airport. | |
| Earlier passengers due to fly into Heathrow reported that they hadn't been allowed to take off. | |
| Flights have since been landing at the airport this morning. | Flights have since been landing at the airport this morning. |
| British Airways initially warned it was diverting some flights but it now says contingency plans have been activated and it expects to operate a full schedule - with some delays. | British Airways initially warned it was diverting some flights but it now says contingency plans have been activated and it expects to operate a full schedule - with some delays. |
| A statement posted on Heathrow's website said: "Following earlier runway lighting issues both runways are now open and operational. | |
| "We apologise for any disruption to your journey." |