18 Oct 2023 | 02:43 PM UTC
Philippines: Cebu Pacific Air to suspend flight operations at Dipolog Airport Oct. 19
Cebu Pacific Air to suspend operations at Dipolog Airport, Philippines, Oct. 19 due to runway damage; confirm reservations in advance.
Event
Operator Cebu Pacific Air (5J) will suspend flight operations at the Dipolog Airport (DPL) on Oct. 19 due to runway surface damage. Airline officials have indicated that domestic flights to Cebu and Manila would be affected, and passengers can rebook their reservations without incurring any charges. While 5J operators have suspended operations for Oct. 19, further delays and/or flight cancellations are possible if runway repair works are extended. It remained immediately unclear if Philippine Airlines (PR) flights would be impacted.
Associated lingering disruptions are possible as the airline works to clear passenger backlogs.
Advice
Confirm flights if traveling with 5J and PR via DPL. Do not check out of accommodations until onward travel is confirmed. Monitor local media for updates on the status of the situation. Consider booking alternative travel arrangements if necessary. Heed all official transport and security advisories.
