Delhi Airport halts runway upgrade operation after nearly 900 flights thrown into disarray in just one day
- Delhi Airport operator DIAL has temporarily suspended runway upgrades and will reopen runway RW 10/28 in early May due to air traffic congestion and flight delays.
- DIAL reported that the average landing delay into Delhi was 53 minutes while the average take-off delay was 40 minutes because only one runway was in use.
- DIAL stated that airlines failed to adjust flight schedules ahead of the runway repairs, causing delays for multiple take-offs and landings.
- DIAL mentioned that minimal actions by airlines led to significant operational challenges for travelers and stakeholders at the airport.
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Delhi Airport to Reopen Runway RW 10/28 in May 1st Week Amid Traffic Congestion
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Faced with air traffic congestion and flight delays, Delhi airport operator DIAL on Sunday said the upgradation works of runway RW 10/28 will be temporarily suspended and it will be reopened for operations in the first week of May. India News | Delhi Airport to Reopen Runway RW 10/28 in May 1st Week Amid Traffic Congestion.
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