30 Oct 2023 | 04:48 AM UTC
Japan: Authorities divert flights from Fukuoka International Airport (FUK) Oct. 30 due to closure
Flight diversions affecting Fukuoka International Airport (FUK), Japan, after runway closes due to bird strike Oct. 30. Confirm flights.
Flight disruptions are underway at Fukuoka International Airport (FUK) as of the afternoon of Oct. 30. Officials had closed the runway to clear a flight affected by a bird strike at around 11:00. Authorities diverted at least five flights to other airports due to the closure. Officials have yet to indicate when regular services will resume.
Additional flight delays and cancellations are likely in the coming hours. Lingering disruptions are possible after flight operations resume as airlines reposition aircraft and clear passenger backlogs.
Reconfirm flights at FUK Oct. 30. Do not check out of accommodation before confirming onward travel.
