Haze Forces Flight Disruptions at Senai Airport

Senai International Airport in Johor experienced significant operational disruptions on Wednesday as haze reduced visibility, affecting at least five flights scheduled to depart and arrive at the facility.

Airport authorities were forced to implement contingency measures in response to the deteriorating air quality. Several flights were diverted to alternative airports across the region, while others were held on the tarmac as airlines waited for visibility conditions to improve sufficiently for safe operations.

The disruptions underscore the ongoing challenges that regional airports face during haze episodes, particularly during the dry season when transboundary smoke from forest fires commonly affects air quality across South and Southeast Asia. Travellers at Senai were advised to check with their airlines for updated flight information and potential rebooking options.

Airport management did not immediately provide additional details on the expected duration of the disruptions or whether further flights would be affected as weather conditions developed throughout the day.