The Ministry of Civil Aviation announced on 27 October 2026 that it has reviewed aviation safety and operational readiness as Cyclone Arnab is expected to hit the Andhra Pradesh coast on 28 October. Flight operations have been suspended in Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, and Rajahmundry, with several cancellations reported by Air India, Air India Express, IndiGo, and Akasa Air. Passengers are advised to check their flight status via official channels and are requested not to travel unless their flight is confirmed. The release does not say when full operations will resume.
Key points
- Flights suspended in Visakhapatnam (from 27 Oct afternoon) and Vijayawada/Rajahmundry (after 7 pm, 27 Oct).
- Air India and Air India Express reported 6 and 13 cancellations respectively.
- IndiGo suspended all flights at Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, and Rajahmundry.
- Passengers should check flight status on airline websites, apps, or helplines before traveling.
- Unresolved complaints should be raised with the airline first, then via the AirSewa portal or app.
When it applies
- Cyclonic Storm Arnab expected to cross Andhra Pradesh coast
Who it affects
- flights