NEW DELHI: Delhi airport on Wednesday issued an advisory alerting passengers about potential disruptions to flights that are not CAT III compliant due to low-visibility conditions. Travellers are advised to contact their respective airlines for updated flight information.
A thin layer of fog blanketed parts of Delhi this morning, with the minimum temperature recorded at 9°C. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted the possibility of dense fog in the coming hours, further impacting visibility.
While Delhi airport is equipped with a CAT III-enabled runway, capable of facilitating safe landings under low-visibility conditions, flights without CAT III compliance may face delays or cancellations.
Delhi experienced a sudden shift in weather as light rain swept through several parts of the city on Christmas Eve, bringing a festive chill. The showers, which took place on Tuesday, provided temporary relief from the persistent pollution issues plaguing the national capital.
The rainfall helped settle dust and pollutants, resulting in a marginal improvement in air quality. Despite this, the city’s Air Quality Index (AQI) on Tuesday night remained at 356, categorised as “very poor.”
CAT III, or Category III, is a precision approach system that enables aircraft to land safely during severe fog or poor visibility, ensuring operational continuity for compliant flights, according to ANI.
The authority has urged passengers to stay updated on flight schedules and plan their travel accordingly.