Flight delays in North India persist during winter due to dense fog, despite the use of advanced technology like the Instrument Landing System (ILS). In this article, we will discuss the challenges faced, how ILS works, and the ongoing efforts to improve air travel during adverse weather conditions.
Delhi weather: Delhi Airport has also reported delays in flight operations affecting around 120 flights, both (domestic and international) arrivals and departures, due to dense fog.
Amid the ongoing India-Maldives row, EaseMyTrip reiterated that all travel bookings to the Maldives have been suspended indefinitely as the nation takes precedence over profits for the company. However, the Maldivian government has distanced itself from the derogatory remarks directed at PM Modi.
SpiceJet has announced a new festive season offering for travellers. Customers will get up to 10 per cent off on flight booking and the offer will last till November 24. Here is everything you need to know.
Gusty winds accompanied by rain lashed parts of the national capital on Monday evening causing the diversion of the flights. However, the official confirmation is yet awaited.
Under 'Operation Ajay', India has successfully evacuated 447 Indian nationals from war-torn Israel in the last two days as the war with Hamas escalated. A special flight carrying 235 Indian nationals landed in the national capital's Indira Gandhi International Airport on Saturday.
At least 20 trains have already been cancelled for the day in the region, informed Northern Railway
With the onset of monsoon in the country, rain has lashed out in parts of the country causing disruptions in the commutations, via road as well as air.
Go First update: Aircraft of the cash-strapped carrier have been grounded since May 3.
Delhi Weather: 10 Delhi-bound flights diverted to Jaipur and Lucknow due to bad weather as a fresh spell of rain lashes part of the national capital.
Airlines already sent out a travel advisory to passengers regarding the diversions and delays. Rain coupled with thunderstorms lashed parts of the national capital on Thursday evening.
Nepal: All flights have been halted at the Tribhuvan International Airport after some technical glitch in the systems.
The US Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) system that alerts pilots and other flight personnel about hazards or any changes to airport facility services and relevant procedures was not processing updated information, the civil aviation regulator's website showed on Wednesday.
As the globe warms and the climate changes in the coming decades, we think air turbulence will also be affected. One reason is that the jet streams which can cause turbulence are shifting and may become more intense.
The aircraft was grounded for a detailed inspection and has now returned to service, an official statement informed.
UDAN Scheme: It was launched in 2016 and aims to fulfill the aspirations of common man with advanced aviation infrastructure and air connectivity in Category II and III cities, following the vision of Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik.
Indian aviation sector is on the recovery path after being severely hit by the coronavirus pandemic. There are more than 6,000 aircraft movements in the Indian airspace daily.
The DGCA officials said the special audit will be completed within the next two months.
The cancellations came less than three weeks after airlines kicked off the summer travel season by canceling about 2,800 flights in a five-day stretch around the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
The Yemen Airways flight is bound to Jordan's capital of Amman, according to Houthi-run media.
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