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Gatwick Airport
News London has published 6 stories involving Gatwick Airport, from August 2026 to August 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.
- Transport & TfL · London
93 passengers fell between train and platform on Thameslink routes this year
Greater Thameslink Railway reported 93 falls between trains and platforms in 2024, a 43% increase on last year. The operator, which serves Gatwick and Luton airports, has launched a safety campaign advising passengers to take extra time and use lifts with luggage.
London4 min readTrust 58 · Craft 95 · Hype 25 
Transport & TfL · LondonHeathrow runway reopens after grassfire diverts 18 flights
A grassfire near Heathrow Airport forced the temporary closure of one runway on Wednesday evening, diverting at least 18 inbound flights. London Fire Brigade extinguished the blaze within 90 minutes, and both runways are now operational, though delays may persist.
London4 min readTrust 74 · Craft 83 · Hype 21
Transport & TfL · LondonM23 closed after multi-vehicle crash near Gatwick Airport
A multi-vehicle crash on the M23 southbound near Gatwick Airport led to a full closure on 4 August 2026. National Highways reported the incident, which caused delays for drivers travelling to the airport and surrounding areas in Surrey and West Sussex.
London4 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 75
Transport & TfL · LondonEasyJet overbooking leaves Barnet groom stranded as bride flies to Montenegro alone
A Barnet couple were separated on their honeymoon after easyJet overbooked their Gatwick flight to Tivat. The airline offered one seat, forcing the groom to stay behind while his wife flew alone. Compensation of £350 is due, but the couple say it does not cover their lost day.
London4 min readTrust 66 · Craft 95 · Hype 35
Transport & TfL · LondonGatwick fuel shortage warning disrupts flights for Barnet travellers
Gatwick Airport has warned airlines of a fuel shortage caused by a technical fault at its fuel farm. Barnet residents flying with British Airways or easyJet may face delays or cancellations, with long-haul flights most affected. The airport expects the issue to last two days.
London4 min readTrust 58 · Craft 63 · Hype 41
Transport & TfL · LondonGatwick fuel shortage forces airlines to refuel elsewhere for two days
Gatwick Airport has warned airlines of a two-day fuel shortage, instructing pilots to refuel at other airports where possible. The shortage, linked to a fuel farm supplying the airport, may disrupt long-haul flights, particularly from Monday. Engineers are working to resolve the issue.
London5 min readTrust 48 · Craft 79 · Hype 30