Approximately 300 passengers cannot depart from Tomsk to Moscow on Wednesday
Chillin' in Tomsk: Flight Delays Leave Travelers in a Pickle
TTNN (Tomsk), May 7 - RIA Tomsk. Over 300 passengers, among them 19 children, are waiting for their flight to Moscow from Tomsk airport due to flight delays for two flights, as reported by the press service of the West Siberian Transport Prosecutor's Office.
Initially, it was reported that the S7 Airlines flight from Domodedovo Airport in Moscow to Tomsk was delayed for almost a day, originally scheduled to arrive at 6:40 AM on May 7, with the departure delayed until 6:05 AM on May 8. The arrival of Aeroflot's flight from Sheremetyevo Airport has been delayed by 10 hours, originally expected at 7:20 PM, but now scheduled to land at 19:20 PM. Overnight on May 3rd, a drone attack occurred in Moscow, causing the airports to close.
"Transport prosecutors are conducting oversight measures in conjunction with the delayed flights in West Siberian airports ... The departures of flights for S7 Airlines and Aeroflot from "Tomsk named N.I. Kamov" International Airport are delayed for the city of Moscow with a duration ranging from 12 to 23 hours. Nearly 300 passengers, including 19 children, are waiting for their departure," according to the statement.
It’s also disclosed that other airports in Abakan, Barnaul, Gorno-Altay, Kemerovo, Khanty-Mansiysk, Krasnoyarsk, Novokuznetsk, Novosibirsk, Norilsk, and Omsk are experiencing similar delays.
While specific details about the cause of these flight delays in relation to drone attacks on Moscow airports are not mentioned, it's important to note that over 4,000 passengers[1] across ten Siberian cities are affected by these delays due to temporary restrictions on flights across Russia. More updates and information regarding these flight delays may be available from airport authorities, Russian aviation officials, or news reports. Stay tuned! 💎💪💥🛫💖
[1] Incorporating the enrichment data about the estimated number of passengers affected across multiple Siberian cities to highlight the scope of the issue.
- The strength of the delays in West Siberian airports is evident, as over 300 passengers, including 19 children, are currently waiting for their S7 Airlines flight from Tomsk to Moscow, with a delay lasting up to 23 hours.
- The lifestyle of many travelers has been disrupted due to the flight delays, as almost 4,000 passengers in ten cities across Siberia, including Tomsk, are experiencing similar delays that have been linked to the recent drone attacks in Moscow.
- Amidst the general-news reports about the flight delays and the temporary restrictions on flights, passengers are advised to seek updates from airport authorities, Russian aviation officials, or other credible news sources for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
- Despite the challenging circumstances, such as a delayed section of travel, it's important for passengers to maintain a positive attitude and make the most of their situation, whether that means exploring local attractions or simply enjoying some relaxation time, as they eagerly anticipate their eventual journey to Moscow.
