Pune Airport Tightens Security Amid National Alert: 100% Boarding Checks, Extra Surveillance, And Delays Expected |
In response to the heightened national alert status, Pune Airport has implemented a comprehensive set of enhanced safety and security protocols. These measures have been put in place as a precautionary step to ensure the continued safety of passengers, personnel, and critical aviation infrastructure in view of recent developments.
Key among the new measures is the intensification of surveillance operations across all aviation-related installations within and around the airport premises. Passenger and cargo security has been significantly reinforced, with thorough scrutiny of Passenger Name Records (PNR) and cargo manifests.
To ensure secure boarding, 100% Secondary Ladder Point Checking (SLPC) has been made compulsory for all flights. There is also a marked increase in vehicle and personnel checks at airport approach roads (NAKAs), terminal entrances, and parking areas. Security at the city side of the airport has been intensified through close coordination with local police forces.
Passengers will also experience random baggage checks before entering the terminal, while the baggage screening process through the In-Line Baggage Handling System (ILBHS) is now under heightened monitoring and supervision. Additional precautions are in place for cargo operations, including an increased percentage of Explosive Trace Detection (ETD) checks for consignments and reinforced surveillance at cargo terminals.
Authorities request the cooperation of all travellers and stakeholders, as these measures may lead to minor delays. Passengers are advised to arrive at the airport well ahead of their scheduled departures to allow time for the extended security procedures. These efforts aim to uphold the highest safety standards and maintain secure operations in coordination with national directives.
Meanwhile, as of now, today, 9 flights have been cancelled including flights of IndiGo Airline, SpiceJet Airline.
Indigo Flights-
1. AMRITSAR- PUNE 6E 6129
2. CHANDIGARH – PUNE 6E 681
3. PUNE-CHANDIGARH 6E 242
4. PUNE -AMRITSAR 6E 721
5. NAGPUR -PUNE 6E 6659
6. PUNE-JODHPUR 6E 133
7. JODHPUR -PUNE 6E 414
Spicejet Flights-
8. JAIPUR -PUNE SG 1077
9. PUNE-BHAVNAGAR SG 1077
Necessary communications have been made to all affected passengers through available channels, including airline partners, announcements, and digital platforms.
Passengers affected due to flight disruptions were attended to in accordance with the guidelines issued by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). Options including full refunds or alternate flight arrangements were offered by the respective airlines, and airport teams were on ground to assist with other support.
