Indian Aviation Ministry Reviews Fog Preparedness for Winter Travel
Minister Rammohan Naidu directs airlines and Delhi airport to enhance passenger communication and operational readiness for low-visibility conditions.
- Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu held a high-level meeting with stakeholders to address fog-related travel disruptions during winter.
- Airlines are required to proactively inform passengers of delays or cancellations and cancel flights delayed by over three hours.
- Delhi airport operator has been advised to install LED screens for visibility updates and increase 'Follow Me' vehicles for low-visibility operations.
- Three out of four runways at Delhi airport are now equipped with CAT III ILS systems for low-visibility landings, enhancing operational capacity.
- Airlines must ensure check-in counters are fully staffed and prioritize passenger convenience during delays or cancellations.