On Thursday, Ahmedabad Airport experienced significant disruptions as 15 flights were delayed, ranging from 50 minutes to a staggering four hours. The situation reached a peak of frustration for travellers, with notable delays affecting both domestic and international routes. Akasa Air’s Pune-Ahmedabad flight was notably cancelled, adding to the chaos.
The delays impacted several high-profile flights. SpiceJet’s Ahmedabad-Delhi flight was delayed by four hours, while its Ahmedabad-Dubai flight faced delays of 2.5 and 2.30 hours respectively. Alliance Air’s Ahmedabad-Udaipur service was also severely affected, experiencing a delay of 4.16 hours. This disruption led to a confrontation between irate passengers and airline staff, highlighting growing dissatisfaction with the service. Sources indicate that the delays are part of a troubling trend for SpiceJet, which has faced ongoing operational issues. The problems were not confined to a single airline; flights from Mumbai, Lucknow, Goa, Chennai, and Hyderabad sectors were also delayed by 50 minutes to two hours. Additionally, a Vietjet flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Ahmedabad was delayed by one hour, further compounding the travel difficulties faced by passengers.
The ripple effect of these delays underscores a broader issue affecting airport operations, with multiple flights encountering extended wait times and cancellations. The operational challenges faced by airlines and airports alike are contributing to increasing passenger frustration, as evidenced by the recent altercations at the airport. As the airport and airlines work to address these issues, travellers are advised to check the status of their flights regularly and prepare for potential delays. The ongoing situation highlights the need for enhanced operational efficiencies and better communication from airlines to mitigate the impact on passengers.
