Quotes
To avoid Pakistani airspace, flights from the Gulf to Delhi are forced to take detours. For instance, British Airways, Air France, and KLM from Delhi are heading towards Mumbai and then rerouting through Turkey, with longer flight paths and additional operational costs."
Captain CS Randhawa, President of the Federation of Indian Pilots Association, said Delhi Airport operations are normal at present. However, due to changing airspace conditions and increased security measures as per orders from the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security, some flight schedules might be impacted, and security checkpoint processing times could be longer,
the airport said in a statement Stay informed with updates from their airlines. Follow hand baggage and check-in luggage rules. Arrive early to allow for potential delays at security checks. Cooperate with airline and security staff for smooth processing. Check flight status via their airline or the official Delhi Airport website,
All civil flight activities at these airports will remain suspended during this period,
a statement issued by the government said The temporary closure is being managed in coordination with relevant ATC units to ensure safety and minimise disruption,
The Airports Authority of India (AAI) and relevant aviation authorities have issued a series of Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) announcing the temporary closure of 32 airports across northern and western India for all civil flight operations, effective from 9th to 14th May 2025 (which corresponds to 0529 IST on 15th May 2025), due to operational reasons,
These precautionary measures have been instituted with your safety and security as our highest priority. We remain fully committed to supporting passengers during this time,
Following a notification from aviation authorities on continued closure of multiple airports in India, Air India flights to and from the following stations - Jammu, Srinagar, Leh, Jodhpur, Amritsar, Chandigarh, Bhuj, Jamnagar and Rajkot - are being cancelled till 0529 hrs IST on 15 May, pending further updates. Customers holding valid tickets for travel during this period will be offered a one-time waiver on rescheduling charges or a full refund for cancellations."
In a social media post on X, they wrote Your safety is paramount and we are here to help you travel with ease”.
Low-cost carrier IndiGo, which is facing up to 500 flight cancellations, said in an X post We will keep you informed through official updates and are available to support you with changes to your travel plans. Thank you for your understanding and patience,
Due to an order from the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security regarding enhanced security measures at airports, passengers across the country are encouraged to allow extra time for check-in and boarding. Check-in will close 75 minutes before departure."
In view of the recent attack in Pahalgam and subsequent surcharged security scenario, it is necessary to enhance security measures at all the civil aviation installations like airports, airstrips, airfields, air force stations, helipads, flying schools, and aviation training institutes so that no untoward incident takes place in the country. Accordingly, utmost precautions need to be taken by all the stakeholders,
Please check with your airline for the latest updates. We urge everyone to rely only on official sources and avoid sharing unverified information. We're working closely with all stakeholders to minimise any inconvenience,
The entire northern international traffic of the country is funnelling through Mumbai’s airspace,
said a pilot who recently operated in the region Senior officials have been working extra hours to ensure the increased traffic is managed smoothly. Staffing levels have also been increased for every duty shift,
said an official familiar with the situation In these extraordinary times, heightened security measures are taken up across all airports. We request you to allow some extra time for your journey to accommodate security checks and formalities. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation,
IndiGo said in a post on X on Thursday evening We are working closely with all stakeholders to minimize any disruptions to flight schedules. The safety and comfort of our passengers are our foremost priority,
Our actions have been focused, measured and non-escalatory in nature. No Pakistani military facilities have been targeted. India has demonstrated considerable restraint in selection of targets and method of execution.”
All operations across Delhi Airport's terminals and its four runways are proceeding as usual. However, changing airspace conditions have impacted some flights. Passengers are advised to contact their respective airlines for the updated flight information,
