SriLankan Airlines suspends Jakarta services amid volcanic ash disruptions

SriLankan Airlines has suspended its flight operations to Jakarta due to volcanic ash clouds affecting airspace over Indonesia, the airline confirmed. The decision to halt services on the route was taken as a precautionary measure to ensure passenger and crew safety amid challenging atmospheric conditions.

Volcanic ash from regional volcanic activity has created hazardous flying conditions across parts of Southeast Asia, prompting several carriers to reassess their operations. The ash clouds pose risks to aircraft engines and visibility, necessitating temporary route closures and service suspensions.

The national carrier advised passengers booked on affected services to contact their ticketing offices for rebooking options or alternative arrangements. SriLankan Airlines stated it would resume Jakarta flights once atmospheric conditions normalise and aviation authorities confirm the airspace is safe for operations.

The suspension comes as Indonesia and other regional nations monitor volcanic activity and issue relevant advisories to the aviation sector. Airlines operating in South and Southeast Asia have been placed on alert regarding potential disruptions to scheduled services.