Brazil: Technical issue disrupting flights at Salvador's Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport early June 7

Event

Flight disruptions are ongoing at Salvador's Luis Eduardo Magalhaes International Airport (SSA) as of early June 7 after airlines reported issues with the lighting on the runway overnight. As of 06:30, authorities have canceled at least 38 flights. Further disruptions are possible in the coming hours.

Lingering disruptions are also likely after the weather clears as authorities attempt to clear passenger backlogs.

Advice

Confirm flights to and from SSA through June 7. Heed all official security and transport advisories.