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Ground Control to Major Glitch

Ground Control to Major Glitch

FromNewscast


Ground Control to Major Glitch

FromNewscast

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Length:
25 minutes
Released:
Aug 29, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

How did a technical issue lead to hundreds of cancelled flights?

An investigation has been launched over UK flight disruption that has left thousands of passengers stranded.

Former air traffic controller, Michele Robson and operating director at Liverpool John Lennon Airport, Paul Staples, join Sima Kotecha to help us understand the system that should keep planes taking off on time.

Newscasters Bex and Lydia also share their experience of cancelled flights.

And, the Ultra Low Emission Zone has expanded to include all London Boroughs. Claims and counter claims are being made about the scheme's effectiveness. BBC science journalist Esme Stallard helps us get to the truth.

You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere

Today's Newscast was presented by Sima Kotecha. It was made by Chris Flynn with Maddie Drury and Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Phil Bull. The editor is Damon Rose.

00:00 - Exciting Newscast news
02:27 - Inside the flight control room
16:55 - Fact checking ULEZ claims
Released:
Aug 29, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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