Low visibility procedures are currently being implemented at Delhi airport

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New Delhi: According to an official alert sent on Thursday, Delhi Airport is now implementing low visibility measures, although all planes are continuing to operate as planned. Delhi Airport said, “Low Visibility Procedures are in progress at Delhi Airport,” in a post on the social networking site X. Right now, all flight operations are going as usual.

The authorities also suggested that travelers get in touch with their individual carriers to remain updated on flight status. “Passengers are requested to contact the airline concerned for updated flight information,” the message said.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted heavy fog and a low temperature of 7 degrees Celsius in Delhi on Thursday. The national capital’s Air Quality Index (AQI) remained in the “very poor” range, and vision was hampered by a thin layer of fog that covered portions of the city.

The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) reports that at 8 a.m. on Thursday, the AQI was 372. Delhi’s AQI was 360 on Wednesday. ‘Very bad’ air quality was also observed in several parts of the city, with Anand Vihar having an AQI of 372, Ashok Vihar having 362, and Bawana having 376.

For example, AQI values between 301 and 400 are classified as “very poor,” whereas AQI values between 401 and 500 are classified as “severe.”
Many citizens of the nation’s capital took refuge in night houses located across the city as the temperature fell.

Authorities at Delhi Airport, however, warned in an alert on Wednesday that planes without CAT III compliance may encounter delays because of poor visibility.

“While landings and take-offs continue at Delhi Airport, flights that are not CAT III compliant may be affected,” the officials said in another statement on X. They restated their suggestion that travelers seeking up-to-date flight information get in touch with the relevant airline.

“For the most recent flight information, passengers are asked to get in touch with the airlines. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience,” the message said.

By allowing planes to land safely in low-visibility situations, the CAT III, or Category III, approach system guarantees that complying aircraft may continue to operate.