Kuching Airport maintains operations as haze thickens, AirBorneo cancels flights

KUCHING, Sept 1 — Kuching International Airport maintained near-normal operations on Friday as visibility levels remained above the minimum threshold required for safe flight operations, despite the region experiencing thickening haze conditions.

While most airlines continued their scheduled flights, AirBorneo announced the cancellation of its services to and from the airport as a precautionary measure. The decision reflected heightened caution among some operators regarding the deteriorating air quality affecting the region.

Airport authorities confirmed that visibility had not fallen below operational limits, allowing other airlines to proceed with their flights. However, passengers were advised to check with their respective carriers for potential delays or schedule adjustments as weather conditions remained fluid.

The haze situation in Sarawak has been a recurring concern during certain times of the year, often attributed to transboundary pollution. Authorities continue to monitor air quality readings and visibility conditions to ensure aviation safety remains the paramount priority.

Travellers heading through Kuching Airport were advised to contact their airlines directly for the latest updates on flight schedules, particularly given the unpredictable nature of haze-related visibility changes.