18 Sep 2017 | 04:40 PM UTC
Panama: Flight disruptions at Tocumen International Airport September 18, 2017
Power outage causes flight delays and cancellations at Tocumen International Airport on September 18; confirm travel reservations
Event
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Panama City reportedly suffered a significant power outage at 5:00 (local time) on Monday, September 18. As of 12:00, local officials are still working to restore power to the airport. Significant flight delays are expected and some cancellations have been reported. Copa Airlines reportedly canceled six flights on Monday, including those departing from Washington, D.C., Orlando, Miami, Mexico City, Havana, and Santiago de Chile.
Advice
Passengers traveling to or from Panama City are advised to confirm the status of their flights prior to departure to the airport and to contact the airline for more information.
