Many flights canceled due to the impact of storm No. 3

(Chinhphu.vn) - Due to the impact of storm Wipha (storm No. 3), airlines proactively adjusted the operation plans of some flights on July 21 to ensure the safety of passengers and crew.

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam requires units in the industry to organize 24/7 duty and strictly implement storm response procedures - Illustrative photo

Multiple flight cancellations

Accordingly, Vietnam Airlines Group (including Vietnam Airlines , Pacific Airlines and VASCO) will adjust the operation plan of some flights today (July 21).

Specifically, Vietnam Airlines will cancel flights VN1188, VN7188, VN7189, VN7056, VN7057 between Ho Chi Minh City and Hai Phong ; VN1856, VN1857 between Ho Chi Minh City and Con Dao.

Pacific Airlines will adjust the departure time of flights BL6440 and BL6441 between Ho Chi Minh City and Hai Phong earlier than planned, to ensure take-off and landing time at Cat Bi airport before 12 noon. The airline will also cancel flights BL6520 and BL6521 on this route during the day.

For July 22, Vietnam Airlines Group flights operating at Cat Bi airport will depart after 12:00. In addition, many domestic and international flights on July 21 and 22 of Vietnam Airlines Group will be affected by storm Wipha.

Meanwhile, Vietjet Air said that some flights to and from Quang Ninh and Hai Phong had to adjust their flight plans on July 21.

Specifically, this airline will temporarily suspend flights: VJ232 Ho Chi Minh City - Van Don; VJ233 Van Don - Ho Chi Minh City; VJ290/VJ1278/VJ1284 Ho Chi Minh City - Hai Phong; VJ291/VJ1275/VJ1285 Hai Phong - Ho Chi Minh City. Some other flights are affected.

Vietjet recommends passengers check flight schedules and weather before arriving at the airport. Some flights may be temporarily suspended or have their flight times changed due to the storm; actively monitor flight information...

Ready to respond to emergencies

Recently, the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (Ministry of Construction) has directed units in the industry to organize 24/7 duty and strictly implement the procedures for responding to storms and tropical depressions in civil aviation activities.

Airports in the affected areas such as Van Don, Noi Bai, Cat Bi... are required to proactively check and reinforce infrastructure, communication systems, drainage, and at the same time deploy plans to prevent flooding, protect works and equipment to minimize damage.

Vietnam Airports Corporation (ACV) and Van Don International Airport coordinate with relevant units to review the entire system, update meteorological information, proactively propose exploitation plans suitable to actual conditions and be ready to respond to emergency situations.

Vietnam Air Traffic Management Corporation (VATM) is required to direct aviation meteorological service providers to strengthen monitoring and promptly provide warning bulletins and weather forecasts to flight operators.

Airlines are required to closely monitor storm developments and adjust flight schedules when necessary, prioritizing the safety of passengers and crew.

The Northern and Central Airports Authorities are responsible for monitoring and ensuring close coordination between units in response work; maintaining smooth communication with the Disaster Prevention and Search and Rescue Command Committee of the Civil Aviation Authority and localities.

Phan Trang

Source: https://baochinhphu.vn/huy-nhieu-chuyen-bay-do-anh-huong-cua-bao-so-3-10225072110441107.htm