At "Manas" Airport, there is heavy fog. Several flights are delayed.

Сергей Гармаш Local news
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Today, January 14, the international airport "Manas" is experiencing heavy fog, which has caused delays for several flights. This situation was reported by representatives of the OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan".

According to meteorological service data, visibility on the runway is only 175 meters, while the required visibility for the safe landing of aircraft is 800 meters.

Flights from Istanbul, as well as flights from Moscow (U62803) and to Urumqi, have been delayed. A flight from Sharm El Sheikh is headed to Tashkent.

The flight rescheduling has also affected: It should be noted that the airport is undergoing the installation of modern third-category (CAT III) lighting and signaling equipment. "This CAT III system will significantly improve the conditions for receiving and dispatching flights in adverse weather conditions, reducing the likelihood of delays and cancellations, as well as enhancing the reliability of air communication," the company explained.

The OJSC reminded that the decision to land the aircraft is made solely by the pilot.
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