Singapore Airlines cancels two flights amid China’s military drills near Taiwan

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SINGAPORE, Aug 5 — National carrier Singapore Airlines (SIA) cancelled two scheduled flights on Friday (Aug 5) due to the “evolving airspace restrictions” as a result of...

SINGAPORE, Aug 5 — National carrier Singapore Airlines cancelled two scheduled flights on Friday due to the “evolving airspace restrictions” as a result of China’s military drills near Taiwan.’s queries on Thursday night, SIA said that the affected flights are SQ878 and SQ879.on the Changi Airport website showed that both flights have been cancelled. SQ878 was supposed to depart Changi Airport Terminal 3 at 11.45am on Friday, while SQ879 was scheduled to arrive in Singapore at 10.

“SIA customers who booked directly with us may use our Assistance Request Form to make booking changes or seek a refund. Those who require urgent assistance may also reach out to their local Singapore Airlines reservation office.” Earlier on Thursday, the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore told the media that China had sent out a notice to airmen on Tuesday, stating that it prohibits aircraft flying into “identified areas affected by live firing exercises”, which were set to take place from Thursday to Sunday.

CAAS added that Singapore carriers have since taken note of the notice as part of their standard operating procedures and “are avoiding the affected areas”.

 

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