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IGI Airport Advisory: Passengers travelling through Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI), Delhi, can breathe a sigh of relief as flight operations
are running smoothly today following improved visibility conditions. The airport operator GMR Group issued an advisory confirming that the dense winter fog, which often disrupts flight schedules, has lifted enough to allow normal operations. Ground staff are stationed across all terminals to assist passengers and provide necessary support. However, travellers are still advised to stay in touch with their respective airlines for real-time updates on flight schedules.
Flight Operations Amid Fog at IGI Airport
On December 29, Delhi airport operations were conducted under CAT III conditions, an advanced Instrument Landing System (ILS) allowing aircraft to land safely in severe weather, including fog, heavy rain, or snow. Despite some improvement in visibility, airlines continued to issue warnings for passengers about possible delays and disruptions.Airline Advisories for Delhi Flights
Air India Advisory
Air India warned passengers of dense fog expected across Delhi and northern India, which could disrupt flight schedules and create cascading delays. The airline deployed ground teams to assist travellers.IndiGo Advisory
IndiGo issued an advisory highlighting early-morning fog that could reduce visibility in Delhi, Amritsar, Chandigarh, Jammu, Kolkata, Ranchi, Guwahati, and Hindon Airport. The airline cautioned that sudden drops in visibility might impact flight operations.
SpiceJet Advisory
SpiceJet alerted passengers that poor weather conditions in Delhi could affect all departures and arrivals, leading to knock-on delays across its network. Passengers are urged to check the airline’s official website before heading to the airport.Flight Cancellations Due to Fog
IndiGo reported the cancellation of 80 flights across its network on Monday due to adverse weather, with half of these cancellations from Delhi airport. Flights to and from major cities, including Mumbai, Bengaluru, Cochin, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Amritsar, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Dehradun, Indore, Patna, and Bhopal, were affected.Passengers are strongly advised to monitor their flight status and plan accordingly to avoid last-minute inconveniences.
Key Takeaways for Travellers
- Flight operations at IGI Airport are gradually returning to normal, but fog can still impact schedules.
- Check your airline’s website or contact customer support for the latest updates before leaving for the airport.
- Ground staff are available across terminals to assist passengers with queries and boarding procedures.
