Turkey: Flight cancellations at Istanbul Airport Feb. 5-6 due to forecast adverse weather

Event

Turkish Airlines (TK) has canceled over 230 international and domestic flights via Istanbul Airport (IST) Feb. 5-6 due to forecast adverse weather. Istanbul Airport (IST) officials have issued a statement noting adverse weather conditions Feb. 5 and recommending that passengers confirm flight details with their respective airlines. Turkish State Meteorological Service has not issued any warnings as yet. Further flight disruptions could be announced or adverse weather warnings issued in the coming hours.

Advice

Monitor local media for weather-related updates and advisories. Confirm all transport reservations and business arrangements before traveling in the affected area. Seek updated information on road conditions before driving or routing shipments through areas where severe weather is forecast; plan for possible supply chain disruptions throughout the affected areas.

Resources

Turkish Airlines
Istanbul Airport
Turkish State Meteorological Service