Mumbai faces Airport partially shut between12-14 Jan for Airport Show – Flights to be affected
Mumbai faces Airport partially shut between12-14 Jan for Airport Show – Flights to be affected
In the midst of the Mumbai Air Show 2024, Airport will partially be shut between 12-14 January.
Mumbaikars will witness a feature a diverse range of aerial activities, including a flypast and low-level aerobatic display by the Su-30 MKI, freefall and parachute displays by the ‘Akashganga’ team and C-130 aircraft.
Notedly, the Airshow is held
in collaboration with the Shiv Sena leader and chief minister Eknath Shinde-led Maharashtra Government
The Government statement reads the IAF outreach programme will be held from 12 January to 14 January 2024 between 12pm to 1pm over Marine Drive.
Established in 1996, the Suryakiran Aerobatic Team has been designated as a brand ambassador for the Indian Air Force. It is a part of the 52nd Squadron of the IAF. The team is composed of 13 pilots and operates Hawk MK 132 aircraft, according to news agency PTI.
The Maharashtra Tourism’s Instagram page attached a mesmerizing video with the announcement. “Get ready to witness a spectacular aerial display by the Indian Air Force in co-ordination with the Government of Maharashtra. With powerful demonstrations and captivating energy, this event will take place over Marine Drive and will include aerobatic displays by the Suryakiran Aerobatic Display Team (SKAT) and the ‘Sarang’ Helicopter display team. Date : 12 January 2024 -14 January 2024. Venue: Marine Drive Time: 12pm- 1pm”
The Mumbai Traffic Police also issued a travel advisory for the Mumbai Air Show 2024.to avoid traffic congestion & inconvenience to commuters. Traffic arrangements will be in place from 9 am to 5 pm on 13th & 14th January.” the Mumbai Traffic Police said.
The Mumbai Police said that NS Road will remain closed on 13 and 14 January between 9am to 5pm. The statement read “N.S Road North Bound will remain closed for all the types of vehicular traffic except emergency vehicles proceeding both bounds. from N.C.P.A, Girguam Chowapatty”.
According to CSMIA tweet,Indian Air Force has planned an Aerial Display exercise at Mumbai. Due to this, Mumbai’s CSMIA runways (RWY 09/27 & 14/32) will remain non-operational from 12:00 hrs. to 13:00 hrs. on 12th, 13th and 14th January, 2024.” CSMIA had tweeted.
CSMIA shared a passenger advisory stating, “Passengers are urged to verify their scheduled flights with their respective airlines before heading to the airport during these days. Your cooperation is appreciated.”
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