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Heavy Fog Alert: Why Northern India Airports Warn of Major Flight Disruptions

Dense fog has blanketed Northern India, causing major visibility issues at airports. The Airports Authority of India has issued a travel advisory, warning passengers of likely flight disruptions. Major airlines like IndiGo and Air India are advising travelers to check their flight status online before leaving home. Authorities are coordinating efforts to ensure safety while working to minimize the inconvenience to passengers.

Key Points: AAI Warns of Flight Delays Amid Dense Fog in North India

  • Dense fog severely reduces visibility at Delhi and other Northern airports
  • Passengers urged to check real-time flight status via airline apps or websites
  • Airlines like IndiGo and Air India warn of potential cancellations and delays
  • AAI coordinates with ATC to ensure safety while minimizing travel disruptions
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Airports Authority of India warns of flight disruptions amid dense fog in Northern India

Dense fog disrupts flights across Northern India. AAI and airlines advise passengers to check flight status before heading to airports to avoid long waits.

"Safety remains our highest priority...AAI teams...are working continuously to ensure safe and smooth operations while minimising inconvenience. - Airports Authority of India"

New Delhi, December 15

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) on Monday issued a travel advisory as dense fog gripped Northern India, urging passengers to check their flight status before leaving for the airport to avoid prolonged waiting periods at the airport in case of flight cancellations or delays.

In an X post, AAI stated, "Heavy Fog Alert for Northern India...Dense fog conditions are prevailing across Delhi and several airports in Northern India, leading to reduced visibility and potential flight disruptions."

The Airports Authority of India advised passengers to check their flight status through the mobile application or the official website of their respective airline for real-time updates. This is to ensure unnecessary hassle and disruptions in travel.

"Please check with your respective airline for the latest flight status before leaving for the airport. Refer to the airport website or official mobile app for real-time updates. Plan your journey in advance and allow extra travel time," AAI added.

Speaking on the safety arrangements, AAI assured full coordination with the Air Traffic Control (ATC) and all stakeholders to minimise passenger inconvenience.

"Safety remains our highest priority...AAI teams, in close coordination with Air Traffic Control (ATC) and all stakeholders, are working continuously to ensure safe and smooth operations while minimising inconvenience," the post said.

Meanwhile, the Ministry of Civil Aviation, Government of India, also encouraged the passengers to stay updated on their flight's operational status.

"Delhi (DEL) & other airports in Northern India are experiencing dense fog, severely affecting visibility... Before heading to the airport, please check the latest flight status with your airline. Check flight information on the airport website/app. Please allow extra travel time... Safety is our top priority. Our teams & ATC are working tirelessly to minimise disruptions. Thank you for your patience and cooperation," the Ministry of Civil Aviation said in an X post.

Earlier today, IndiGo informed passengers about the prevailing weather conditions and their potential impact on operations.

"Travel Advisory...Low visibility and fog over #Delhi will impact flight schedules. We're keeping a close watch on the weather and doing our best to get you where you need to be, safely and smoothly," IndiGo stated in a post on X.

The airline also cautioned the passengers that some flights might be cancelled amid the heavy fog surrounding the capital city, causing minimal visibility to ensure safety and minimise long hours of waiting at the airport. It advised the travellers to check the flight status before leaving the house.

Air India Airlines also issued an advisory as dense fog blanketed the capital city, urging travellers and passengers to stay updated on their flight status through the official website.

Through a post on X, Air India advised, "#TravelAdvisory...Poor visibility due to dense fog is impacting flight operations in Delhi and parts of Northern India. Please check your flight status at: https://www.airindia.com/in/en/manage/flight-status.html before heading to the airport."

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good that AAI is being proactive with the warnings. Just landed in Delhi from Mumbai after a 3-hour delay. The ground staff was trying their best, kudos to them. Everyone, please check your flight status and pack some patience!
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Aman W
Safety first, absolutely. But the airlines need to improve their communication. Last time, my family was at the airport for 6 hours with no proper updates or food vouchers. The app just said 'delayed'.
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Sarah B
Visiting India for the first time and my flight to Jaipur is impacted. The information online is clear, which is helpful. Hoping for the best! 🤞
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Vikram M
It's not just about flights. The fog causes massive traffic jams on the roads to IGI airport. If your flight is on time, you might still miss it. Plan for that extra travel time, like they said.
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Kavya N
Respectfully, while safety is paramount, the annual winter chaos shows a lack of long-term planning. Can we invest in more advanced navigation tech and better passenger facilities for these predictable events? Jai Hind.

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