Hot weather is affecting operations at IGI Airport. (Representative image)
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new Delhi: Flight operations on Indira Gandhi International Airport According to a senior civil aviation ministry official, the delay is being faced due to rising surface temperatures. High temperatures are affecting flight schedules as safety guidelines mandate adjustments to such extreme weather conditions.
Impact on flight operations
An airplane requires lift to take off and lift is affected by the density of the surrounding air. The effects of hot air are most felt during take-off and initial climb. Sometimes due to this, passengers may feel mid-air turbulence.
To deal with these situations, airlines may adjust operations by shedding fuel, cargo, or, in some cases, passengers to ensure the aircraft can operate safely.
Specific events
On June 17, an IndiGo flight (6E 2521) from Delhi to Bagdogra was delayed due to high ground temperature affecting operations. This delay becomes more common with increasing temperature. SpiceJet passengers on board flight SG486 from Delhi to Darbhanga faced lack of air conditioning (AC) inside the aircraft, amid a severe heat wave on Wednesday that caused discomfort and illness among many passengers. . Passengers, including the elderly and young children, suffered symptoms of heat exhaustion due to the intense heat and inadequate ventilation on board.
Air conditioning problems
There have also been frequent complaints of the air-conditioning system on the aircraft failing to function properly. A senior official of a domestic airline noted that the extreme outside temperature hampers the air-conditioning system, especially on short-haul flights. While taxiing and idling on the runway, passengers may experience discomfort as the cabin temperature rises due to hot outside conditions.
Heat wave and water scarcity in Delhi
Delhi is currently suffering from severe heat wave and high temperature, due to which water scarcity has also occurred in many areas. Residents are relying on water tankers to meet their daily needs, adding to the challenges posed by extreme weather.