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Malaysia airports cancel 41 Jakarta flights after Krakatau eruption
Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad has cancelled 41 flights to Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport following the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau. The cancellations affect services across airports nationwide as volcanic ash impacts air travel to the Indonesian capital.
LSN Malaysia ·
PUTRAJAYA, Sept 7 — Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB) announced the cancellation of 41 flights destined for Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) today, following a volcanic eruption at Mount Anak Krakatau in Indonesia.
The cancellations span multiple airports across Malaysia as airlines suspend services to the Indonesian capital due to concerns over volcanic ash and its impact on flight safety. The disruptions reflect heightened caution by carriers operating regional routes in response to volcanic activity.
Mahb did not immediately specify which airlines were affected by the cancellations or provide details on alternative arrangements for affected passengers. Airlines typically implement cancellations and route diversions when volcanic ash poses risks to aircraft operations, particularly engine safety.
The eruption of Anak Krakatau, located in the Sunda Strait between Java and Sumatra, has previously triggered aviation disruptions across Southeast Asia. Passengers were advised to contact their respective airlines for rebooking options and updates on flight status.