09 Jan 2021 | 10:48 AM UTC
Indonesia: Sriwijaya Air commercial aircraft loses contact with ground control shortly after takeoff from Jakarta Jan. 9
Authorities investigating missing Sriwijaya Air passenger aircraft after takeoff from Jakarta, Indonesia, Jan. 9.
Event
Ground control officials reportedly lost contact with Sriwijaya Air (SJ) flight 182 at approximately 1440 Jan. 9. The flight took off from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) in Jakarta and was due to fly to Supadio International Airport (PNK) in Pontianak. The status of the airplane is unclear. Authorities are investigating.
Advice
Monitor local media for updates. Reconfirm flights at impacted airports.
