On Friday, several national and international flights experienced disruptions at Allama Iqbal International Airport, attributing the delays to a combination of foggy conditions and technical issues. Passengers faced extended waiting times as departure and arrival schedules were impacted.
Flight Delay Details
- AirSial’s PF-733 from Muscat to Lahore faced a substantial delay of six hours upon its arrival at Lahore Airport.
- Airblue’s PA 431 from Abu Dhabi experienced a three-hour delay, affecting its scheduled arrival time.
- Airblue’s PA-471 from Jeddah encountered a two-hour delay in its arrival at Allama Iqbal International Airport.
- Airblue’s PA-402 from Karachi faced a significant delay of seven and a half hours, departing much later than its originally planned time.
- AirSial’s PF-143 from Karachi reported an hour’s delay in its scheduled departure.
- Air Blue’s PA-411 from Dubai experienced a delay of one and a half hours upon its arrival.
- PIA’s PK-959 to Jeddah encountered a one-hour delay in its departure.
- PIA’s PK-209 to Sharjah experienced a one-hour delay in its departure.
Reasons for Delays
The primary causes mentioned for the delays include adverse weather conditions, particularly fog, impacting visibility, and technical issues that necessitated additional time for resolution.
Passenger Inconvenience
Passengers, inconvenienced by these delays, faced extended wait times at the airport. The affected flights included arrivals and departures to and from prominent international destinations, amplifying the impact on travel schedules.
Conclusion
As Allama Iqbal International Airport tackles delays due to fog and technical challenges, passengers are advised to stay informed about their flight statuses and anticipate potential adjustments to their travel plans. Airlines are working diligently to address the issues and ensure the safe and timely arrival and departure of flights despite the challenges posed by the weather and technical concerns.
