Turkey: Flight disruptions reported at Istanbul’s Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW) January 7

Event

Authorities at Istanbul's Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW) have suspended all flight operations until 11:20 (local time) on Tuesday, January 7, following a security incident earlier that day. According to airport management, a plane skidded off the runway due to inclement weather at around 09:40, prompting the evacuation of 164 passengers and the runway's closure

Residual flight disruptions are to be expected in the coming hours.

Advice

Individuals flying via SAW are advised to monitor developments, prepare for residual flight disruptions, and contact their airline for more information.