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Fog Disrupts Flights at Delhi, Calgary Airports Amid Cold Wave

1/5/2026

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Airlines Face Cancellations

Dense fog at Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi caused 32 arrivals and 34 departures to be canceled.
The Civil Aviation Ministry said airlines must adhere to passenger service norms amid the delays.
Weather will stay challenging, with a cold wave and reduced visibility until Sunday.
Environment Canada warns of hazardous travel conditions and urges passengers to check flight statuses as Calgary International Airport faces fog delays.

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Bergamo Airport Disruptions

On January 4, 2026, Bergamo Orio-al-Serio Airport, a Ryanair hub, suspended flights due to a fault in the landing guidance system and poor visibility.
Thousands of passengers were stranded, with 26 flights canceled, six diverted, and seven rescheduled for Sunday.
The airport operator SACBO resolved the problem around midnight, but warned of delays.
Reports indicated many passengers slept on the floor, with ongoing delays affecting Ryanair flights on Sunday morning.

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Historical Context

In 1952, a dense fog at London Heathrow Airport caused the cancellation of over 100 flights, stranding thousands of passengers. This incident prompted the British Airports Authority to enhance safety regulations. Similar challenges persist today at airports like Indira Gandhi International and Bergamo Orio-al-Serio, highlighting the ongoing need for improved infrastructure and contingency plans to address weather-related disruptions in air travel.

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Airlines Face Cancellations

Dense fog at Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi caused 32 arrivals and 34 departures to be canceled.
The Civil Aviation Ministry said airlines must adhere to passenger service norms amid the delays.
Weather will stay challenging, with a cold wave and reduced visibility until Sunday.
Environment Canada warns of hazardous travel conditions and urges passengers to check flight statuses as Calgary International Airport faces fog delays.

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