Haze Grounds Flights at Palangka Raya Airport, Disrupting Indonesian Operations
What happened
Haze caused by forest fires has led several airlines to halt flight operations at Tjilik Riwut Airport in Palangka Raya, Central Kalimantan, Indonesia. Garuda Indonesia suspended operations until September 26, while Citilink and Lion Group halted flights until September 27 and September 24, respectively. Angkasa Pura stated that while the airport is not closed, flights are suspended due to haze conditions and visibility falling below operational minimums.
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Why it matters
The haze crisis is causing operational disruptions and flight suspensions at a key airport in Central Kalimantan. This directly impacts the revenue and scheduling of airlines like Garuda Indonesia. The situation also affects the national civil aviation sector of Indonesia.
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Who's involved
- Angkasa PuraOperational manager of the airport in Palangka Raya
- Garuda IndonesiaNational airline of Indonesia whose operations were halted
- Tjilik Riwut AirportAirport in Palangka Raya where flight operations were grounded
- Central KalimantanProvince of Indonesia where the operational hub is located
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- Garuda IndonesiaSpeculative
Garuda Indonesia could see reduced revenue and scheduling issues due to flight halts.
- Central KalimantanSpeculative
Central Kalimantan may experience disruptions in local commerce and tourism due to flight cancellations.
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The entities involved
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Angkasa Pura
Indonesian air transport company
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Central Kalimantan
province of Indonesia
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Palangka Raya
city in Central Kalimantan Province, Indonesia
Related events
- The Ministry reports on operational impact within Indonesia, involving Angkasa Pura and Jakarta.
- A joint task force, including the Indonesian National Police, is operating in the province of Central Kalimantan, specifically in the city of Palangka Raya.
- Cengkareng is identified as a flight route hub, and Angkasa Pura manages Radin Inten II Airport.