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08th Jan 2019

Heathrow departures stopped after drone spotted

Departures from Heathrow have come to a halt after a drone sighting, the airport has clarified that they are working with the police

Reuben Pinder

Outgoing flights have come to a halt

All flights heading out of Heathrow airport have been halted after a drone was sighted, the airport has said.

The airport’s spokesperson has clarified that they are working with the police to prevent any threats.

“We are responding to a drone sighting at Heathrow and are working closely with the Met Police to prevent any threat to operational safety. As a precautionary measure, we have stopped departures while we investigate. We apologise to passengers for any inconvenience this may cause.”

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