• Source:JND

Mumbai Airport News: Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) on Friday issued a passenger advisory after flight operations were affected by a technical issue at Delhi Airport. The technical issue has impacted the Automatic Message Switching System (AMSS) at Delhi, which supports air traffic control and flight planning.

In a statement, the airport said a technical issue at Delhi impacting the Automatic Message Switching System (AMSS) has disrupted operations at Mumbai Airport. Authorities are working to resolve the issue.

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Here’s What The Advisory Read

“Flight Operations at Mumbai Airport have been affected by a technical issue impacting the Automatic Message Switching System (AMSS) at Delhi, which supports Air Traffic Control flight planning. The concerned authorities are actively working to resolve the issue at the earliest,” the advisory read.

“As a result, airline operations may experience delays. Passengers are advised to connect with their respective airlines for updates on flight status and revised schedules. "We regret the inconvenience caused and appreciate your patience and cooperation,” the statement added.

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Delhi Airport Technical Glitch Causes Flight Disruptions

Earlier on Friday, Delhi Airport experienced a major service outage, affecting over 300 domestic and international flights due to a technical glitch with the Air Traffic Control (ATC) systems, news agency PTI reported. The Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) handles more than 1,500 flight movements daily.

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) said the flight operations are facing disruptions at the Delhi Airport due to a technical issue in the AMSS, which supports air traffic control data.

Several airlines, such as IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express, SpiceJet, and Akasa Air, have also reported delays in flight operations due to ATC system problems.

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