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Weather and Haze Disrupt Flight Operations at Mutiara Airport

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 17
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What happened

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Adverse weather conditions have disrupted flight operations at Mutiara Airport. Batik Air canceled flights between Makassar and Palu, while Lion Air experienced a go-around after a tailwind gust reached 20 knots. Additionally, Wings Air canceled a flight due to haze reducing visibility below safe operating limits.

From antaranews.com

Why it matters

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The disruptions are linked to fluctuating visibility at Mutiara Airport and hazardous air quality in Palu, where PM2.5 levels reached 251 micrograms. These weather-related cancellations impact air travel logistics between Makassar and Palu.

From antaranews.com

Who's involved

  • Mutiara AirportIndonesian airport where flight operations were disrupted by adverse weather
  • MakassarCity in South Sulawesi Province where Mutiara Airport operates
  • PaluCity affected by flight cancellations and hazardous haze levels
  • Kementerian PerhubunganRegulatory body responsible for managing safety and operational disruptions

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • PaluSpeculative

    Local commerce and tourism might face reduced revenue due to flight cancellations and operational disruptions.

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The entities involved

  • Makassar

    city in South Sulawesi Province, Indonesia

    Nothing else this week.

Coverage

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