Mumbai monsoon woes worsen: IndiGo, Air India, Akasa, SpiceJet issue travel advisories
Heavy rainfall continued to disrupt flight operations at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport on Monday, with airport sources reporting 17 flight cancellations and 217
Heavy rainfall continued to disrupt flight operations at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport on Monday, with airport sources reporting 17 flight cancellations and 217 delays across arrivals and departures till 11:30 am. The weather-related disruptions come as Mumbai remains under an India Meteorological Department (IMD) Red Alert, with the city witnessing intense rainfall and gusty winds. Airlines Issue Fresh Advisories With no immediate improvement in weather conditions, several airlines issued fresh travel advisories, asking passengers to check their flight status before leaving for the airport.
Akasa Air said, "Due to heavy rainfall in Mumbai, Pune and Goa, some flights across our network may be delayed." The airline acknowledged the inconvenience caused to passengers, adding, "We realize that this may inconvenience your travel plans and seek your patience and understanding. While this situation is completely beyond our control, please rest assured that our teams are always ready to assist you." Akasa Air also urged travellers to verify their flight status before commencing their journey to the airport.
IndiGo, SpiceJet And Air India Also Alert Passengers IndiGo also cautioned passengers about possible disruptions, saying, "Bad weather over Mumbai may impact flight schedules." The airline added that it is closely monitoring the situation while assisting affected passengers. Budget carrier SpiceJet issued a similar advisory on X, writing, "#WeatherUpdate: Due to bad weather (heavy rain) in Mumbai (BOM), all departures/arrivals and their consequential flights might get affected." The airline requested passengers to keep track of their flight status through its official website before travelling to the airport.
Air India also warned that adverse weather could affect operations, saying, "Adverse weather conditions may impact flight operations to and from Mumbai and Delhi." Passengers Advised To Check Flight Status With rain continuing to lash Mumbai and forecasts indicating more showers, airlines have urged passengers to stay updated through official channels and check the latest status of their flights before heading to the airport to avoid inconvenience.
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