Passengers said communication from the airport has been ‘poor’, adding they have heard there was a hole in the runway (Picture: Getty Images)A runway defect at Bristol Airport has left passengers stranded as all flights are suspended. Passengers said communication from the airport has been ‘poor’, adding they have heard there was a hole in the runway. Paul Smith, who was trying to travel for his son’s 20th birthday, said: ‘The communication, advice and support for passengers has been really poor. (Credit: Getty Images)Posts on X show those stranded at the airport to ‘let them out’, describing it as a ‘hostage situation’. A Birmingham Airport spokesperson said: ‘We are continuing to experience an issue with our baggage systems which is impacting some outbound luggage.