Heavy Rainfall Disrupts Flight Operations in Mumbai, 36 Flights Cancelled
Torrential rains in Mumbai cause flight cancellations, disruptions at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport
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The cancelled flights include 24 IndiGo flights, comprising 12 departures and 12 arrivals, 8 Air India flights, including 4 departures and 4 arrivals, and 4 Vistara flights. The runway operations were also suspended twice, albeit for a brief period, due to inclement weather and low visibility.
At least 15 flights, including those of Air India, IndiGo, and Akasa, were diverted to nearby airports, mainly Ahmedabad, till 4 pm. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation reported that the city received 82 mm of rain, the eastern suburbs received 96 mm, and the western suburbs got 90 mm till 4 pm.
The heavy rainfall not only affected air travel but also disrupted road and rail services across Mumbai. Many roads were flooded, and tracks on the Harbour line of the Central Railway got inundated in some places.
The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport is one of the busiest airports in India, and such disruptions can have a significant impact on the travel plans of thousands of passengers. The airport authorities are working to minimize the disruptions and ensure smooth operations as soon as possible.
Information The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport is a major hub for IndiGo, Air India, and Vistara, and any disruptions to flights can have a ripple effect on the entire aviation industry.
The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport is operated by the Mumbai International Airport Limited (MIAL), a joint venture between the Airports Authority of India and the GVK Industries Ltd.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many flights were cancelled at the Mumbai airport on Sunday?
36 flights were cancelled at the Mumbai airport on Sunday.
Which airlines were affected by the flight cancellations?
The affected airlines include IndiGo, Air India, and Vistara.
What was the reason for the flight cancellations?
The flight cancellations were due to intermittent heavy rainfall and low visibility.
How many flights were diverted to nearby airports?
At least 15 flights were diverted to nearby airports, mainly Ahmedabad, till 4 pm.
What was the impact of the heavy rainfall on Mumbai's infrastructure?
The heavy rainfall flooded many roads and inundated tracks on the Harbour line of the Central Railway in some places.
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