British Airways to suspend operations at Gatwick

Gatwick last week confirmed it would this week consolidate operations into its South Terminal and limit runway hours “to protect staff, passengers and the business from the impact of Covid-19”.

The airport’s south runway will only operate between 2pm and 10pm owing to a “dramatic fall in airline traffic”, although it will remain open for emergency landings and diversions outside these hours.

The North Terminal will be initially closed for a month, with the closure kept under regular review. A decision on reopening the North Terminal will depend on airline traffic and government public health advice, said Gatwick.

Passengers booked on flights due to depart or arrive at Gatwick during this period are advised to contact their airline.

“Gatwick is a resilient but also responsible business, and during these extraordinary times we need to take unprecedented measures to protect the health and wellbeing of our staff and passengers, while also shielding the business from the impact of coronavirus,” said Gatwick chief executive Stewart Wingate.

“We will be providing some opportunities so that any of our staff, who have time during this period of reduced operations, that choose to, can help support people in our local communities.”