Many flights affected by typhoon Kalmaegi

VTV.vn - Due to the impact of storm No. 13 (Kalmaegi), airlines said they will adjust the operation plans of many flights to ensure passenger safety.

A series of flights were affected by storm Kalmaegi. Illustrative photo

Many flights canceled on November 6-7

Due to the complicated developments of storm No. 13 (Kalmaegi), a representative of Vietnam Airlines said that they will adjust the operation plan at many airports on November 6 and 7.

Specifically, the airline will cancel flights between Tan Son Nhat airport and Phu Cat airport ( Gia Lai ), including VN1390, VN1391, VN1394 and VN1395 on November 6 and VN1392, VN1393 on November 7.

Flights VN1622 and VN1623 between Noi Bai Airport and Phu Cat Airport on November 6 will have their departure schedule adjusted to 12:00.

On the flight route between Tan Son Nhat airport and Chu Lai airport ( Da Nang ), flights VN1464, VN1465, VN1468 and VN1469 on November 6 will be operated before 12:00.

The airline also adjusted the take-off time of flights VN1640 and VN1641 on November 7 between Noi Bai airport and Chu Lai airport after 10:00 a.m.

Notably, on November 6, the airline will not operate flights VN1650 and VN1651 on the route between Noi Bai airport and Tuy Hoa airport (Dak Lak).

On November 7, flights VN1650, VN1651, VN1660 and VN1661 between Noi Bai, Tan Son Nhat and Tuy Hoa airports will be operated after 12 hours.

At the same time, Vietnam Airlines will adjust the departure time of flights VN1422 and VN1423 on November 6 between Tan Son Nhat Airport and Pleiku Airport (Gia Lai) to before 12:00. Flights VN1614 and VN1615 on November 7 between Noi Bai Airport and Pleiku Airport will be delayed to after 13:00.

In addition, flights VN1414, VN1415, VN1910 and VN1911 on November 6 between Tan Son Nhat, Da Nang and Buon Ma Thuot (Dak Lak) airports will be operated after 11:00. Flights VN1602 and VN1603 on November 7 between Noi Bai and Buon Ma Thuot airports will be adjusted to take off after 13:00.

Flights VN1548, VN1549, VN1376 and VN1377 on November 6 between Noi Bai, Tan Son Nhat and Phu Bai (Hue) airports will be operated after 12:00. Flights VN1366 and VN1367 on November 7 between Tan Son Nhat and Phu Bai airports will be operated after 13:00.

In addition, Vasco Airlines will also not operate flights 0V8024 and 0V8025 between Tan Son Nhat Airport and Lien Khuong Airport (Lam Dong) on ​​November 6.

"Due to the adjustment of flight schedules to ensure flight safety, more than 50 other flights of the airline on November 6 and 7 were also affected," said a representative of Vietnam Airlines.

It is known that many flights of Vietnam Airlines Group (including Vietnam Airlines, Pacific Airlines and Vasco) on November 7 to and from airports in the Central region will be monitored and adjusted according to actual weather conditions to ensure absolute safety for passengers and flights.

Vietnam Airlines Group recommends that passengers fasten their seat belts throughout the flight, especially in complex weather conditions. Actively fastening seat belts, even when the signal light is off, is an important measure to help minimize risks when the plane encounters air turbulence.

"Passengers planning to fly on November 6 and 7 need to proactively monitor traffic conditions to airports affected by storm No. 13 to arrange reasonable travel time and be at the airport on time for check-in procedures," said a representative of Vietnam Airlines.

Similarly, on Vietjet's Facebook page, the airline also announced that flights to and from Da Lat, Tuy Hoa, Quy Nhon and Chu Lai airports on November 6 must adjust their operating plans.

Accordingly, the airline will temporarily suspend flights VJ729, VJ728 on the Da Nang - Da Lat route, flights VJ362, VJ363 on the Ho Chi Minh City - Da Lat route; VJ409, VJ410 on the Hanoi - Da Lat route; VJ206, VJ207 on the Ho Chi Minh City - Tuy Hoa route; VJ433, VJ432 on the Hanoi - Quy Nhon route; VJ384, VJ385 on the Ho Chi Minh City - Quy Nhon route; VJ376, VJ377 on the Ho Chi Minh City - Chu Lai route.

Vietjet also changed the departure time of flights: VJ715; VJ714 Thanh Hoa - Da Lat route.

Passengers with flights to and from Da Nang, Phu Bai, Lien Khuong, Chu Lai, Phu Cat, Tuy Hoa, Pleiku, Buon Ma Thuot, Cam Ranh, Dong Hoi airports during this time are advised to check flight schedules and weather before arriving at the airport to proactively plan their schedules. Some flights may be temporarily suspended or have their flight times changed due to the storm.

Actively regulate traffic flow to avoid waiting and congested flights.

According to the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam, airports forecast to be in the area directly affected by storm No. 13 (Kalmaegi) include: Da Nang, Phu Bai, Lien Khuong, Chu Lai, Phu Cat, Tuy Hoa, Pleiku, Buon Ma Thuot.

In addition, Cam Ranh International Airport and Dong Hoi Airport proactively update information to take precautions when the storm has unusual developments.

Airlines and flight safety service providers are required by the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam to strengthen coordination; closely monitor the developments of storm No. 13 to have plans to adjust flight plans or change flight schedules accordingly and ensure flight safety.

A representative of the Vietnam Air Traffic Management Corporation (VATM) said that all prevention plans have been activated and response measures have been synchronously deployed to ensure absolute safety of flight operations and protect the unit's assets.

The VATM Disaster Prevention and Search and Rescue Command Board requires units to seriously implement the instructions of competent authorities, closely monitor the weather situation and maintain 24/24h forces to be ready to handle all situations. The Aviation Meteorological Center is assigned the task of continuously updating accurate and timely forecasts and warnings to flight control facilities, with special attention to warnings of thunderstorms, lightning, and strong gusts of wind.

At the same time, flight control units have increased inspections of communication systems to ensure smooth operations. The Air Traffic Flow Management Center is required to closely monitor operations on routes that may be affected, proactively regulate traffic, and coordinate with the areas to avoid waiting and congested flights.

"This is a strong storm with complex developments, requiring the entire system to absolutely not be subjective or negligent. With a high sense of responsibility, proactive preparation and close coordination between units, Vietnam Air Traffic Management Corporation is determined to effectively respond to storm No. 13, maintain flight safety and contribute to ensuring national aviation security and safety," the VATM representative emphasized.

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