Peak fog season: Government lists steps for airlines & airports operators to minimise flyer inconvenience
Wednesday, 1 January 2025 () Airlines should not seat passengers inside planes for over 90 minutes during fog delays, and must cancel flights delayed beyond three hours. The aviation ministry has directed airlines to enhance communication with passengers, deploy adequate staff, and implement advanced weather systems to minimize inconvenience. Real-time visibility updates and improved coordination at fog-affected airports are also emphasized.
In a tragic aviation disaster, an Azerbaijan Airlines Embraer E190AR crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan, killing 38 passengers. Russian officials have linked the crash to Ukrainian drone strikes on..