09 May 2024 | 09:52 AM UTC
Senegal: Flight disruptions are possible at Dakar's Blaise Diagne International Airport May 9
Flight disruptions possible at Blaise Diagne International Airport in Dakar, Senegal, May 9 after plane skids off runway. Reconfirm flights.
Flight disruptions are possible at Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) in Dakar May 9 after a Transair (R9) flight skidded off the runway around 01:15 in the morning. The aircraft was reportedly damaged, and at least one pilot suffered minor injuries. Officials suspended some flights following the incident.
Lingering flight delays are possible into at least the early afternoon of May 9.
Confirm flight reservations if scheduled to travel via DSS. Do not check out of accommodations until onward travel is confirmed. Allow additional time to travel to the airport. Consider making alternative arrangements for time-sensitive travel if necessary.
