NATS System Failure Disrupts UK Flights as Airports Recover
A flight-processing failure sharply reduced UK air traffic capacity Tuesday, forcing cancellations and leaving airlines with displaced aircraft and crews.
Easyjet Airline Company Limited
IATA: U2
ICAO: EZY
Callsign: EASY
Active
Low-Cost Carrier
Airline Information
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
|---|---|
| Type | Scheduled |
| IATA Code | U2 |
| ICAO Code | EZY |
| Callsign | EASY |
| Hub Airport | LGW — Gatwick |
| Fleet Size | 371 aircraft |
| Average Fleet Age | 11.3 years |
| Founded | 1995 |
| Status | Active |
| Low-Cost Carrier | Yes |
Fleet Composition (197 aircraft)
| Aircraft Type | Count | Engine | Avg Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| |||
| ▶ Airbus A318/A319/A32 | 197 | JET | 8.4 yrs |
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