Flights diverted after fault at Gran Canaria airport

Eight flights were diverted after a fault affected the radio-navigation system for landing at Gran Canaria Airport yesterday, Thursday 12th November.

AENA said aircraft were using satellite navigation for their approaches while they worked with air traffic control provider Enaire to address the problem.

Airlines whose aircraft could not use that system were among those affected, hence the diversions to different airports at other islands.

Radio-navigation equipment helps guide aircraft during their approach to land. Satellite navigation provided an alternative, but it was not available to every affected aircraft.

Aviation notices later recorded the return to normal operation of the runway 03L instrument landing system. The eight diversions were the total reported during the disruption, not an indication that the fault was ongoing throughout the day.

Passengers should check directly with their airline for information about individual flights if they so wish.