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Air India Express, SpiceJet Flights Cancelled at Ayodhya Airport Amid Dense Fog

Two scheduled commercial flights, operated by Air India Express and SpiceJet, were cancelled at Ayodhya's Maharishi Valmiki International Airport on Sunday due to persistent dense fog. The Airports Authority of India has issued an advisory warning of potential delays and changes to flight operations across parts of northern India. Passenger assistance teams have been deployed at affected airports to provide on-ground support.

Key Points: UP: Air India Express, SpiceJet Flights Cancelled at Ayodhya Airport Due to Dense Fog

  • Air India Express and SpiceJet flights cancelled at Ayodhya airport
  • Dense fog reduces visibility, triggers low-visibility procedures
  • AAI issues advisory for northern India, warns of further disruptions
  • Passenger assistance teams deployed at affected airports for support
  • Airlines provide customer support numbers for real-time flight updates
  • Cancellations impact Delhi-Ayodhya and Mumbai-Ayodhya-Ahmedabad routes
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UP: Air India Express, SpiceJet flights cancelled at Ayodhya Airport due to dense fog

Two commercial flights cancelled at Ayodhya's Maharishi Valmiki International Airport due to low visibility from dense fog. AAI issues advisory for northern India.

"Fog conditions in parts of Northern India are affecting visibility and may lead to delays or changes in flight operations at select airports. Passengers are advised to check flight updates with their airlines through official channels and allow extra time for airport travel and formalities. - Airports Authority of India Advisory"

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh), December 21

Two scheduled commercial flights were cancelled at Maharishi Valmiki International Airport on Sunday, according to officials at Ayodhya Airport Authority of India (AAI).

The cancelled services include Air India Express flight IX1284/IX1274, operating on the Delhi-Ayodhya-Delhi sector, and SpiceJet flight SG615/SG614, scheduled on the Mumbai-Ayodhya-Ahmedabad route.

The cancellations come amid persistent dense fog in the region, which has significantly reduced visibility and triggered low-visibility operational procedures at the airport. Similar advisories have been issued in the past few days as fog continues to affect northern India.

Meanwhile, the Airports Authority of India (AAI) issued an advisory on Sunday, warning that fog conditions in parts of northern India are affecting visibility and may lead to delays or changes in flight operations at select airports.

Passengers have been advised to check flight updates with their respective airlines through official channels and to allow extra time for travel to airports and completion of necessary formalities.

"Fog conditions in parts of Northern India are affecting visibility and may lead to delays or changes in flight operations at select airports. Passengers are advised to check flight updates with their airlines through official channels and allow extra time for airport travel and formalities," AAI's advisory read.

To assist travellers during adverse weather, the AAI has deployed passenger assistance teams at affected airports to provide guidance and on-ground support.

"The Airports Authority of India has deployed passenger assistance teams at affected airports to provide on-ground support. Passenger safety and convenience remain our highest priority," AAI's X post read.

The AAI also shared customer support contact numbers of major airlines to help passengers access real-time information regarding flight status. IndiGo passengers can reach out at 01244973838, while Air India has provided 011 6932 9333 for assistance. SpiceJet has listed +91 (0)124 4983410 and +91 (0)124 7101600, and Air India Express can be contacted at +91 124 443 5600 and +91 124 693 5600.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good that they are sharing the helpline numbers proactively. Passengers often panic and don't know who to contact. Hope the assistance teams at the airports are actually helpful and not just for show.
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Aman W
Ayodhya airport is new and this is its first fog season. It's a learning curve. Infrastructure for low-visibility operations takes time. Jai Shri Ram! 🙏 Hopefully, they will install more advanced systems soon.
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Sarah B
Travelling to India for the holidays and this is my big worry. The advisory to check with airlines directly is key. Don't rely on third-party apps during fog season. Stay safe, everyone.
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Vikram M
It's not just flights. Trains and roads are also affected. We need a coordinated national response for winter fog, especially for essential travel and supply chains. Cancelling is better than risking lives.
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Kavya N
Respectfully, while safety is priority, the communication from airlines can be terrible. Last-minute SMS, no proper refund guidance. AAI's advisory is good, but airlines must improve their customer service during these times.

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