A few tips for pilots flying airplanes in this category will therefore be in order. When ice formation is observed in flight, there is only one certain method of avoiding its hazards and that is to get out of the ice-forming layer as quickly as possible. This may be done by climbing above the ice forming zone.
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With that being said, Big Sur's free tourist newspaper has a fantastic detailed map. Pick up a copy of the newspaper at almost any establishment in the area. Keep a sweater or two in the car. One minute it'll be warm and sunny, the next the fog will roll in dropping the temperature 15 degrees.
To be eligible your flight must have been cancelled less than 14 days before departure and delay your arrival by two or more hours. Again your compensation will also vary according to the length of the flight. The table below shows compensation for flights cancelled less than 7 days before departure:
LAHORE: Dense fog continued to persist in Punjab, plains of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and upper Sindh for the third day
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7 minutes readLast Updated March 18, 2023Flight delays are a typical part of the travelling experience and most of us will encounter them at some point. Nevertheless, it can be a very stressful thing to have to go through, and many people are left confused about what to do. Are they going to be able to get where they need to go? Why is my flight delayed in the first place? How often are flights delayed, anyway?There are a lot of very common reasons why a flight may end up being delayed. Hereās a look at some of the most common ones that you will find when your flight is being your flight was delayed due to the airline's fault, you can be entitled to compensation of up to $700. Check your eligibility with our free flight delay compensation calculator. Unsafe Weather ConditionsMost of us are aware that while trying to take off and land the plane safely, poor weather may be a huge issue. There are a lot of details that need to be sorted out before determining if itās going to be safe for a plane to a good probability you won't be able to fly safely if it's snowing, sleeting, or raining. Because the plane is flying at such a high altitude, snow or rain might turn into hail or ice, making increasing the chances that the plane might get damaged while in top of that, wind is a very dangerous issue that needs to be dealt with, as well. Any sort of wind or turbulence can be a really big problem in regards to flying a plane safely. So, if the wind levels arenāt at the level that they should be, itās incredibly important for airlines to shut down their flights and delay until the weather is better for flight Related to weather, one big reason for flight delays is the ability to see. It can be risky for planes to take off, fly, and land if the cloud cover is too thick if there is a lot of fog. As a result, throughout the winter months, you'll notice a lot more delays owing to poor visibility. A simple snowstorm might lead a plane to crash due to the inability to Trouble When you think about the different flight delay reasons that are out there, itās likely that you remember āmechanical troubleā as a part of that process. Whether itās a landing wheel or the air conditioning, mechanical issues need to be sorted out before a plane is safe to take planes are extremely fragile; one component not functioning properly might produce problems in unexpected areas. This makes it difficult to determine exactly what is going on, and it may take longer than intended to effectively address the might be even additional delays due to technical concerns that are unrelated to the plane itself. Not only must the plane be repaired, but it must also be re-inspected and documentation must be submitted before it can be loaded and take off. As a result, you'll need to be delayed for a longer period of failure of an aircraft is not considered a force majeure unforeseeable circumstances that prevent someone from fulfilling a contract. Using AirAdvisor, you can get between 250 and 600 Euros in DamagePlanes have all sorts of things that bounce off of the windshield while in flight. But, there are times where the windshield is starting to see some problems that may be of concern, and thatās where delays can birds are usually the worst offenders, so pilots should keep an eye on what's going on and whether they need to take a quick glance through the glass when they arrive at their destination. If they discover a possible problem, it will cause delays for those on the on CargoMany passenger jets transport additional goods while in the air. Planes attempt to balance things out and use space properly, whether they're transporting goods or pets. As a result, cargo might be one of the causes of aircraft delays you may encounter when traveling. The plane will be delayed if the cargo is the cargo may be rerouted through another plane that has extra space, but this is restricted because of weight and balance which we will be discussing a little later in this article.Other Flights Are DelayedFind out if you are owed compensation for a disrupted flightCheck Your FlightIt should come as no surprise that one of the major reasons of flight delays is, well, other aircraft delays. This is referred to as a "knock on" effect by aviation experts. When one jet is delayed, it's very probable that other planes will be delayed as how it might go down. You'll be flying from Los Angeles to New York City. One is in Chicago, while the other is in Baltimore. Fog causes your trip to Los Angeles to be delayed. Your jet is packed with passengers who are also on a layover at O'Hare. Suddenly, that flight from O'Hare to BWI has been rescheduled as flight from OāHare to BWI is supposed be a connection for 3 other flights, including an international flight. Now, those flights are delayed. Itās a huge domino effect, and it can make airline schedules incredibly complex and flight delays is extremely stressful for the air passengers. Being informed about what's happening is the best way to keep calm. AirAdvisor explains how you can check if your flight is delayed and what is the cause of the delay with flight delay RestrictionsPlanes are certified to carry a specific amount of weight, and exceeding that weight might result in complications while in the air. So, if a plane is overbooked or there are other weight concerns to be resolved, it's critical that the plane crew deal with them as soon as possible before taking is why there are weight restrictions in regards to the luggage and carry-ons that you can bring with you on a plane. Those weight restrictions make it easier to balance the plane, and it prevents issues like delays or forcing people to take another flight for safety Employee, and Crew StrikesWhile these arenāt as common as other reasons you may find, there are times where flight employees may go on strikes, causing delays and cancellations of flights until things are resolved. More often than not, these are limited to one airline, or even to the crew on one flight called a āwildcat strikeā.In certain circumstances, the airline will do everything possible to link passengers with another airline, usually a partner that departs from the same hubs as their own. This makes it much easier to reschedule things, but it may also be a problem for airlines, who suddenly have to attempt to accommodate you on a different strikes, on the other hand, are strikes from air travel adjacent professionals. For example, if Air Traffic Control or staff at a specific airport has gone on strike, it may also cause a delay. In those instances, your rights are the difficulty is that airlines will often refer to these situations as "extraordinary circumstances." As a result, getting compensation directly from the airline might be challenging. AirAdvisor, like many of the other delay and cancellation concerns discussed in this blog, can assist you in obtaining the compensation you are entitled ConcernsIf there is the potential for bodily harm, or there is a national or international security issue, air traffic control and the flight authority in the country youāre in can cancel or delay flights. This is what the Transportation Security Administration did on September 11th, 2001, when the United States experienced a terrorist attack using you need help dealing with compensation linked to a flight delay or cancellation, AirAdvisor is here to help. We can answer any questions you may have and assist you in determining a course of action. When all is said and done, we can also ensure that you get what you proceduresEven though the world is slowly coming back to normal, there are still some procedures in place to prevent the further spread of Covid-19. With temperature checks and the need to demonstrate all the necessary documents and test results required to travel, checking-in for the flight might take longer than usual. Be sure to double-check the rules for Covid testing and vaccine certificates at the country you're flying to and contact the embassy if you need more clarification. To find out how early you should get to the airport to account for all of the Covid-19 procedures refer to this flight? You might have a right to compensation - up to $700Check Your FlightEmily Mills Even airlines must educate the passengers on their rights. Felicity Vaughan Thanks for increasing my knowledge, Will seek compensation for future travels. Victoria Howard Ah Must read for all travelers out there. Karen Cornish Much appreciate the information shared here. Elizabeth Smith Guys, always be ready to fight for your right with airadvisor as I got fair compensation only because of them. Jan Greene Airlines must follow the time deadlines and should make ample arrangements before take-off to avert passengers from the trouble. This is what I believe and this article shares much information to get paid if anytime airline is at fault. Sonia Parr I have got eur 300 from United Airline due to flight delay. I advice others too to seek compensation. Gabrielle Chapman I think we should seek compensation wherever airlines are at fault. The passengers plight not only involves money but lot of time and energy too. Diane Gibson Well said. Great information shared. Jasmine I think itĆ¢ā¬ā¢s a good piece of information. They made me well acquaint with my rights to claim from airlines. Leave your feedback
The air quality is plummeting in many parts of North America as the Canadian wildfires continue to burn. We find out how other cities around the world deal with the challenge of living with toxic air. A MARTĆNEZ, HOST There are some 400 wildfires burning in Canada, and hundreds of firefighters have joined the battle. President Biden has directed the National Interagency Fire Center to promptly respond to Canadian requests for additional help. Reporter Emma Jacobs has the latest from Canada.SOUNDBITE OF ARCHIVED RECORDINGIRENE NEEPOSH I'm here to provide you with another update...EMMA JACOBS Over the last several days, Chief Irene Neeposh of the Waswanipi First Nation has been posting regular updates on Facebook in English and in Cree.SOUNDBITE OF ARCHIVED RECORDINGNEEPOSH ...On the evacuations. We've completed level 2A and 2B, meaning the people with medical conditions have been evacuated and also the children, elders and pregnant She's speaking to residents who remain in the community, as well as those evacuated or on the road to Quebec City, 300 miles to the south.SOUNDBITE OF ARCHIVED RECORDINGNEEPOSH The ones that are - still remain in Waswanipi, I need to ask you to reduce the use of gas, for if in the case we do need to evacuate, you'll have to work with what you've The fires have led to the full or partial evacuation of several small communities in the north of Quebec. Most of the smoke affecting the East Coast has been coming from this region, but fires are still active across a swath of Canada from west to east. There are over 400 active fires across the country. In Quebec, cars were backed up on the road from Chibougamau, which ordered all 7,500 residents to evacuate earlier this week.SOUNDBITE OF ARCHIVED RECORDINGMANON CYR Speaking French.JACOBS Chibougamau's mayor, Manon Cyr, said she knows it's difficult for people to remain patient, but they should expect to remain for several days.SOUNDBITE OF ARCHIVED RECORDINGFRANCOIS LEGAULT Speaking French.JACOBS Quebec's premier, Francois Legault, said the roughly 13,000 total evacuees shouldn't expect to go home before significant rain arrives to aid firefighters on Monday night. That's despite the addition of hundreds of firefighters who began arriving yesterday from France and the United States. With over 100 wildfires burning in Quebec alone, they will assist fire crews there and members of the Canadian military already on the NPR News, I'm Emma Jacobs in Thick smoke from those intense wildfires in Canada continues to drift across much of the United States, blanketing many cities with a toxic haze. That's triggered days of air quality warnings in New York, Washington and other cities. Schools across the east have been canceling outdoor activities. Vulnerable people have been advised to stay indoors. Flights have been grounded in some places due to poor visibility. And also, a number of Broadway shows and sporting events have been KHALID, HOST Yeah. That's right. Margaret Cirino from New York City says the streets have been unusually empty, and the journey to work lately has been, quote, "wild."MARGARET CIRINO, BYLINE The sky was bright orange yesterday, and everyone on the subway was, like, masking Kristi Balazy in Falls Church, Va., says she hasn't been going outside BALAZY The haze has been really ominous in how it looks outside, and it's been hard to breathe when This is unusual in this part of the country but very familiar to many folks in other parts of the world. For millions, toxic air quality is a daily reality. Some cities have learned to combat pollution, while others are learning to live with it. First, we hear from NPR's Eyder Peralta in Mexico City, then Anthony Kuhn in Seoul and reporter Shalu Yadav in New PERALTA, BYLINE Mexico City was once known as the most polluted city in the world. The air quality here is still bad. Today, the AQI reached 123, which is unhealthy for people with respiratory problems. And you feel it. Your eyes get watery, your throat scratchy, and the sky looks hazy. But in the '90s and early 2000s, air quality would routinely hit extremely bad levels, with AQI in the 200s. So how did it get better? Essentially, the government got tough on pollution with a complex system of cars are allowed limited time on the road, and as soon as the air quality gets bad, either too high a concentration of ozone or particulate matter, the government orders even newer, more efficient cars off the streets. They order factories to reduce their output. Food vendors are prohibited from using charcoal, and roadwork stops. If the air quality doesn't improve, the countermeasures get tougher. It can mean residents can't drive to work or school, for example, so they have to walk, bike or take public transportation. If it gets bad enough, government offices are shut this program has made a huge difference. In the '90s, Mexico City faced terrible air every month. Mexicans used to joke the air was so bad so often that birds would die mid-flight. Currently, really bad days are rare. We only have a handful of environmental contingencies each KUHN, BYLINE I'm Anthony in Seoul, where my air quality app is telling me the air quality right now is 70, which is moderate, not terrible. I used to report from Beijing, where, until recent years, air pollution was often off the charts. I used to live in an old neighborhood and burn coal in stoves to heat my home. That was before we had apps and air quality monitors, and many people around me had difficulty telling the difference between weather and pollution, fog and smog. Sure, it was unhealthy, but I saw it as part of the story I was covering and recent years, Beijing's air has improved as the government has moved factories out of the city center and phased out coal stoves. When I moved to Seoul 4 1/2 years ago, I thought I was leaving this smog behind. But I was wrong. It followed of South Korea's air pollution blows over from China. A lot of it is homemade. Yoon Suk Yeol, who took over as South Korea's president last year, has said that by the end of his five-year term, he'll get air quality up to the level of London or Paris. So far this year, though, we've had plenty of bad air days of air quality of 100 or worse. Not much I can do on those except stay indoors, crank up the air purifiers and wait for a stiff northwest wind to blow the smog YADAV This is Shalu in New Delhi, opening my curtains to see what it looks like outside. The sun is out. The sky is looking blue. But there's also a fair bit of dust flying around as morning traffic builds up here. The AQI app on my phone tells me that the air outside today is unhealthy for sensitive groups. The AQI level is 117, which is, frankly, not alarming enough for Delhiites to be worried. And that's because we have it so much worse in winters, when the AQI level sometimes goes beyond it's that time of the year, I often don't need the app to tell me how grim it is outside. It's so bad that my eyes burn as soon as I wake up. I can taste the pollutants in my mouth, and the lungs feel like an overworked machine that needs a break. In fact, some studies suggest that breathing in the Delhi air is as dangerous as smoking about two dozen cigarettes a day. Emissions from factories, vehicles and burning of stubble by farmers - all these factors come together to make Delhi's air toxic. And the government's efforts to relieve the problem, restricting building construction and traffic to try and mitigate the pollution, isn't really That was Eyder Peralta in Mexico City, Anthony Kuhn in Seoul, Shalu Yadav in New Delhi.SOUNDBITE OF MUSIC Copyright Ā© 2023 NPR. All rights reserved. Visit our website terms of use and permissions pages at for further information. 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Passengers heading to Heathrow being told to stay at home. Foggy weather is continuing to cause travel disruption this morning with further flights delayed and cancelled at Heathrow, Gatwick and London City Airport. Whether your festive break to Europe is delayed or your flight to the Bahamas is cancelled, there's something you can do. These are your rights are if you're affected by the foggy a refund Under the denied boarding regulations, passengers are entitled to claim part or a full refund of their flight, depending on the length of the delay or if the flight is cancelled. You can also choose to transfer to an alternative flight with the same airline. In order to get a refund or transfer, your flight must be delayed for a certain amount of time Flights under 932 miles ie short-haul EU destinations at least 2 hours delay. Flights between 932 and 2,174 miles at least 3 hours delay. Flights 2,175 miles or more at least 4 hours delay This law only applies to flights departing to or arriving from an EU airport. Passengers are entitled to compensation at set rates if a flight is at least three hours late or cancelledRELATED KNOW YOUR RIGHTS AT THE AIRPORTWhat you're entitled to Two free phone calls or emails. Food and drink - usually around Ā£5 so think a sandwich and drink. Overnight accommodation and transfers if youāre delayed overnight. The airline will usually organise this, but if youāre asked to make your own arrangements ā or likewise spend money on phone calls and food ā keep receipts to claim back afterwards. Take note if you switch to a flight with a different airline, the original airline you booked with isnāt obliged to pay the BEAUTIFUL PHOTOS OF LONDON IN THE FOGExtraordinary circumstances Are events out of the airlineās control, such as terrorist attacks or bad weather conditions. The heavy fog is a prime example of this - take Ryanair's previous statement on the weather 'Ryanair complies fully with all EU 261 legislation, under which weather delays are deemed extraordinary circumstances and therefore no compensation is due. Affected customers have been provided with refreshment vouchers and all other EU 261 support.' However, if you think the airline handled your situation badly ā for example poor communication or no assistance offered, you may still have a I get money back through my travel insurance policy? You should go to your airline as itās their responsibility to get you to your destination and ensure youāre fed and watered. Some travel insurance policies include cover for delayed departure but your insurer will have expected you to seek compensation from your airline first,ā advises David Ross, spokesperson for the Chartered Insurance HOW TO BOOK THE BEST FLIGHTSLIKE THIS? THEN SIGN UP TO OUR HOMES NEWSLETTER FOR MORE!
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