02 Feb 2023 | 04:35 PM UTC
Turkey: Power outage prompts disruptions at Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport Feb. 2
Power outage prompts disruptions at Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport, Turkey, Feb. 2; passenger processing and flight delays likely.
Event
A short-term power outage has impacted operations at Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW) Feb. 2. The outage occurred around 18:00 and reportedly lasted around 30 minutes; the cause of the outage has not been confirmed.
The outage has prompted disruptions to passenger processing procedures; long queues are reported at check-in, security, and passport control. Subsequent disruptions to flight operations, including delays and cancelations, are possible. Disruptions could persist for several hours as the airport deals with a backlog of passengers.
Advice
Confirm flights if flying via SAW Feb. 2; do not check out of accommodations until onward travel is confirmed. Arrive early at the airport and allow extra time to clear passenger processing procedures.
