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While rejecting claims that on July 6, SriLankan flight (UL504 en route from London to Colombo) had suffered a mid-air fuel shortage, SriLankan Airlines said a technical stop was planned in Trivandrum to refuel the aircraft after it had to take a longer flight path from its regular journey
In a statement, it said a technical stop was planned in Trivandrum as an additional precaution after coordinating with the Airline Operations Control Center to refuel the aircraft in Trivandrum and flew into Colombo.
“On July 6, 2021, SriLankan Airlines flight UL504 en route from London to Colombo had to take a longer flight path from its regular journey as the Kuwait Air Traffic Control denied entry into their airspace as their primary radar was unserviceable. The Aircraft had to be rerouted via a longer route avoiding Kuwait airspace,” the statement said.
“The safety of our passengers and crew is of paramount concern as we strive to keep our flights safe and secure. Sri Lankan Airlines continues to keep safety at the forefront without jeopardizing the safety of our passengers, crew, and equipment,” the statement added.
Joshua Friday, 09 July 2021 01:34 PM
if it is not a fuel shortage, then the technical stop is in the best interest of the passengers.
Chinese Man Friday, 09 July 2021 02:13 PM
This like the man who was caught on Kithul tree who claimed he was climbing to cut grass.
Samsudeen Friday, 09 July 2021 02:17 PM
Was there a cash issue to travel with a full tank. Full tank should take you home.....
Sepal Friday, 09 July 2021 08:46 PM
@Samsudeen Airlines don't operate on full tanked highly inflammable aviation fuel like we operate vehicles on standard fuel meant for automobiles.
TJ Friday, 09 July 2021 03:03 PM
Maybe the residual effect of hike in fuel price
vithura Friday, 09 July 2021 04:14 PM
Next time will ask the pilot if they have enough fuel before boarding Sri Lankan!
Mohan Friday, 09 July 2021 07:26 PM
They could not find a petrol station!!! Like Chandrika told immediately after the Tsunami “not many in this part of the world can think and act responsibly “! Golden words thinking of the election results and aftermath ! One of these days I will be sent a white van
Mm Friday, 09 July 2021 08:52 PM
The flight that was to depart London Heathrow on the 1st of July had a cracked windshield and passengers were informed that the flight was canceled!
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