Etihad Airways has been forced to adjust its flight schedule between London Heathrow and Abu Dhabi following a significant technical failure within the UK’s air traffic control system. The carrier officially confirmed the cancellation of flight EY64, while flight EY66 has been pushed back to a late-night departure. Additionally, flight EY68 is experiencing substantial delays after its inbound connection was diverted to Paris, and the airline has cautioned that the situation remains fluid, with the potential for further scheduling adjustments.

To mitigate the impact on travelers, Etihad is actively providing hotel accommodations and rebooking assistance for those affected by the disruptions. Passengers are strongly encouraged to monitor the airline's website for real-time updates and to verify that their contact information is current to receive direct notifications. This wave of cancellations comes as major aviation hubs across the UK continue to struggle with the fallout of the National Air Traffic Services (Nats) technical issue, which triggered hundreds of flight cancellations and renewed concerns regarding the robustness of British air traffic infrastructure.