Airport of Leh, the joint capital and largest city of Ladakh, remained shut on Tuesday, May 16, for civilians and the reason was an (IAF)'s aircraft. An Indian Air Force C-17 aircraft has blocked the runway as the heavy-lifter is facing a technical issue.
Many stranded travellers at Leh's Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport expressed their annoyance on Twitter. The flight from Mumbai to Leh, was diverted to Chandigarh and is currently returning to Mumbai, said an IndiGo passenger. Another passenger requested that the Airport Authority of India (AAI) permit a few extra flights to and from the airport in Leh.
Due to today's runway constraints, Vistara told passengers that flight UK601 from Delhi to Leh had to turn around and return to the national capital.
On May 16, a number of additional planes with a destination of Leh were diverted, including Air India AI445 (A20N), SpiceJet SG8125, and IndiGo's 6E313. The majority of planes were diverted to Srinagar and Chandigarh. Some of them went back to Mumbai and Delhi.
One of the highest commercial airports in the world is Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport in Leh. It is 3,256 metres (10,682 feet) above sea level where the airport is located.
Leh Airport, officially known as Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport, is located in Leh, a town in the Ladakh region of India. It is one of the highest-altitude commercial airports in the world, situated at an elevation of 3,256 meters (10,682 feet) above sea level.
The airport serves as a vital gateway to the region, connecting Leh to major cities in India such as Delhi, Mumbai, and Srinagar. It plays a crucial role in facilitating tourism and trade in the Ladakh region, which is known for its breathtaking landscapes, ancient monasteries, and adventure sports opportunities.
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