General Santos International Airport Operations Temporarily Suspended After 7.8 Magnitude Earthquake in Philippines

Kathmandu. General Santos International Airport's operations have been temporarily suspended after a powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck the Philippines on Monday. The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines stated that this decision was made prioritizing the safety of passengers, staff, and air services.

According to a public notice issued by the authority, a detailed technical inspection and evaluation of the airport's air navigation systems, communication equipment, runway, terminal building, and other operational infrastructure has been initiated following the earthquake. Flight services will not resume until it is confirmed that the airport operations are safe.

Officials stated that the safety inspection has been given high priority due to the potential damage that the earthquake may have caused to air traffic-related equipment and structures. Technical teams are deployed in the airport area conducting necessary inspections and evaluations.

The authority has urged passengers to stay in regular contact with their respective airline companies to get information about their flight status, schedule changes, or potential cancellations. It is estimated that some flights may be affected due to the airport closure.

The authority has stated that a decision on whether to resume airport operations will be made only after a full review and safety inspection following the earthquake is completed.

As of now, detailed information about the damage caused by the earthquake in the airport area or any potential casualties has not been made public. Concerned bodies are monitoring the situation and further information will be released once available.