Japan: Flight disruptions possible at Narita International Airport, Tokyo, after aircraft blocks one runway, Feb. 12

Event

Flight disruptions are possible at Narita International Airport (NRT), which serves Tokyo, Feb. 12 after an aircraft made an emergency landing, blocking one runway. The other runway remains functional. It is unclear why the aircraft had to make an emergecny landing, though it may have been due to an oil leak.

Flight cancelations or delays that do occur may lead to increased demand for alternative means of transport. Lingering disruptions are possible after authorities clear the aircraft off the impacted runway runway and reposition aircraft.

Advice

Reconfirm flights before departure Feb. 12. Plan for increased demand for available flights.