India’s Civil Aviation Ministry Acts Swiftly as Few Flights Rerouted After Ethiopia Volcano Eruption

India’s Civil Aviation Ministry, working closely with the Airports Authority of India (AAI), has issued the required NOTAMs in response to the volcanic eruption of Hayli Gubbi in Ethiopia. The ash cloud prompted precautionary measures, including the rerouting or altitude adjustments of a limited number of affected flights to avoid potential hazards from volcanic ash. The aviation authorities ensured timely communication with all impacted airlines and flights, maintaining vigilance over airspace safety through continuous monitoring of the ash plume’s movement. The action underscores India’s preparedness in managing external volcanic events affecting domestic and international air traffic.

 

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Sources: Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), Airports Authority of India (AAI), India Today, Hindustan Times, Times of India, Gulf News.