easyJet and British Airways flight warning as Gatwick Airport 'running out of fuel'

Brits have been warned of disruption at a major UK airport as airlines face the risk of 'running out of fuel' in coming days

Gatwick Airport has warned airlines of a jet fuel shortage over the coming days following a technical issue

Gatwick is reportedly facing a likely fuel shortage that could impact hundreds of flights in the peak travel period with flyers on easyJet and British Airways set to face disruption

The shortage has sparked fears that flights from the UK's second-largest airport will be disrupted during the busiest season of the year.

Gatwick Airport 'running out of fuel' as British tourist warned of holiday chaos  GB News

Pilots have been advised to stock up on fuel at other airports where possible

Josh Milton | Senior science and technology reporter Published August 2, 2026 2:01pm Updated August 2, 2026 2:08pm Pilots are being urged to fill their tanks elsewhere (Picture: AP Photo/Matt Dunham) Summer holidays could be upended for thousands of people as the UK’s second largest airport is running out of fuel. Gatw

AIRLINES were today warned the UK’s second biggest airport is running out of fuel, sparking fears of a summer holiday getaway meltdown for thousands of passengers. Disruption is likely to long-haul flights in and out of Gatwick Airport. Pilots were sent emergency alerts about the shortages and urged to load up on extra

Business-class meals halted by British Airways at City airport  The Times

Edward Killiwick was on the flight that issued a distress call, before it landed safely at Heathrow earlier this month.

Prime Minister has been issued a warning by BA over airport charges and air passenger duty.