09 May 2024 | 10:56 AM UTC
Senegal: Flight operations disrupted at Dakar's Blaise Diagne International Airport May 9 /update 1
Flight operations disrupted at Blaise Diagne International Airport in Dakar, Senegal, May 9 after plane skids off runway. Reconfirm flights.
Officials suspended flight operations at Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) in Dakar May 9 after a Transair (R9) flight HC301 to Bamako, Mali, chartered by Air Senegal (HC) skidded off the runway around 01:15. The aircraft was reportedly damaged, and at least 11 people suffered injuries, including four seriously. Initial reports indicate the aircraft exited the runway as it was taking off. Officials did not immediately confirm when normal operations would resume.
Flight disruptions and cancelations are likely through at least May 9. Residual flight disruptions are possible over the coming days.
Confirm flight reservations if scheduled to travel via DSS. Do not check out of accommodations until onward travel is confirmed. Allow additional time to travel to the airport. Consider making alternative arrangements for time-sensitive travel if necessary.
