Operational window to shrink; flight frequency likely to rise under summer schedule
Srinagar: Flight operations at Srinagar Airport will witness a temporary reduction in operational hours from April 6 to July 31 due to scheduled runway maintenance works, even as authorities expect an overall increase in flight movements during the period.
Reports said that around 60 flight movements, arrivals and departures combined are currently handled daily at the airport between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM.
However, as per a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) issued by the Indian Air Force, runway works commencing in the first week of April will restrict scheduled flight operations to daytime hours.
In a tweet on Social media’s X (formerly Twitter) platform, the Srinagar International Airport wrote, at present, ~60 flight movements (arrivals + departures) operate daily between 0800 hrs and 2200 hrs at Srinagar Airport.
They said, “As per a NOTAM issued by the Indian Air Force, runway works commencing in the first week of April will temporarily restrict operational hours for scheduled flights until 1700 hrs w.e.f 06th of April, 2026 to 31st July, 2026 initially.”
“While the watch hours will be reduced, flight movements are expected to increase in line with the DGCA-approved Summer Schedule. Airlines will plan and operate flights accordingly within the revised timings,” the tweet reads.
It further read: “Airports Authority of India remains committed to ensuring safe, efficient, and seamless travel. Passengers are advised to stay updated through official channels and avoid unverified information. @AAI_Official @aaiRedNR.”
