Microsoft Experiences Significant Global Outage Impacting Airport Operations

Saturday, 20 July 2024, 17:25

The recent Microsoft outage has disrupted services significantly, leading to the cancellation of over 200 flights by Indian carriers, with IndiGo alone accounting for 192 cancellations. As systems recover, operations are expected to stabilize, but passengers are advised to check for updates. This incident underscores the reliance on Microsoft’s operating systems, particularly Windows 10, in critical infrastructure.

Indiatimes — Microsoft Experiences Significant Global Outage Impacting Airport Operations

Overview of the Microsoft Outage

The Microsoft outage has created chaos in various sectors, primarily affecting airport systems and airline operations.

Impact on Flights

Over 200 flights have been cancelled by Indian carriers.
IndiGo has cancelled 192 flights due to the disruption.

Airport Operations Resuming

As of 3 am, many airport systems are beginning to recover, and operations are moving towards normalcy.

Passengers are advised to check the status of their flights.
Remain updated on further communications from airlines.

This incident highlights the critical role of Microsoft Windows and its reliability for operating systems in essential services such as air travel.

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Overview of the Microsoft Outage

Impact on Flights

Airport Operations Resuming

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