The Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) has announced that instrument flight procedures (IFPs) for runway 11 at King Phalo Airport in East London have been approved, with the suspension expected to be lifted after regulatory publication on Thursday.
The development is a welcome relief after scores of passengers were left stranded earlier this week due to bad weather grounding flights.
The approved IFPs are expected to enable airlines to operate flights safely, even in challenging weather conditions.
Additionally, the suspension of IFPs for runway 14 at Mthatha Airport has been lifted, making it available for operations.
“These developments are expected to provide relief to both Eastern Cape airports, which are vulnerable to severe weather conditions that lead to flight disruptions,” ATNS corporate affairs and communications head Mphilo Dlamini said.
“ATNS will consistently keep all stakeholders informed about the progress of IFP approvals and upliftment.”
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BREAKING | Major boost as East London airport instrument flight procedures approved
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The Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) has announced that instrument flight procedures (IFPs) for runway 11 at King Phalo Airport in East London have been approved, with the suspension expected to be lifted after regulatory publication on Thursday.
The development is a welcome relief after scores of passengers were left stranded earlier this week due to bad weather grounding flights.
The approved IFPs are expected to enable airlines to operate flights safely, even in challenging weather conditions.
Additionally, the suspension of IFPs for runway 14 at Mthatha Airport has been lifted, making it available for operations.
“These developments are expected to provide relief to both Eastern Cape airports, which are vulnerable to severe weather conditions that lead to flight disruptions,” ATNS corporate affairs and communications head Mphilo Dlamini said.
“ATNS will consistently keep all stakeholders informed about the progress of IFP approvals and upliftment.”
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