More than 50 flights were cancelled, some just moments before boarding time.
Hundreds of passengers have been stranded at Sydney Airport after more than 50 flights were cancelled today due to an unexpected air traffic controller shortage.
Airlines were left scrambling to notify passengers, many of whom were told of the delays moments before boarding. "We are working on all measures to minimise further impact, including accommodating additional flights wherever safe," an Airservices Australia spokesperson said.
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