India: Flight disruptions reportedly ongoing at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai late Sept. 14

Event

Emergency response measures are reportedly prompting flight disruptions at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) late Sept. 14 after a private airplane veered off the runway during landing. Emerging reports indicate a private airplane carrying six passengers and two crew members was traveling from Visakhapatnam to Mumbai when the incident occurred due to heavy rainfall. There were no immediate casualties. All arrival and departure flights are halted due to ongoing security measures.

Authorities are likely to maintain an increased security presence over the coming hours as part of the emergency response operations. Associated lingering disruptions are possible as officials work to clear potential backlogs.

Advice

Confirm flight reservation status at BOM through at least the evening of Sept. 14. Avoid the area as a precaution. Allow additional travel time near the incident site. Heed all official transport and security advisories.