44 departure delays reported at Kempegowda International Airport due to bad weather
All departures to Delhi were affected, while one flight from Chennai was also diverted to KIA.
by The Hindu Bureau · The HinduAround 44 departing flights to various destinations from the Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) were delayed on Sunday, January 14, 2024.
An official of the Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) said that 44 departure delays were reported due to bad weather in various cities including Bengaluru. The official added that all departures to Delhi were affected.
“No Delhi flights have not been able to depart. In total, seven flights to the national capital were affected,” the official added. Apart from the delays, one flight from Chennai was also diverted to KIA.
The fog that occurs at KIA is known as radiation fog and it is anticipated during the four months (November to February) between 3 a. m. and 8.30 am.
Flight operations during this period are affected at the airport due to poor visibility conditions.