Weather Report
1. Departure Airport New Delhi :
o Weather: Overcast skies with intermittent showers
o Visibility: Reduced to 3 kilometers due to light fog
o Wind Speed: 25 knots, gusting up to 30 knots
o Temperature: 24°C (75°F)
o Precipitation: Light rain, wet runway conditions
o Wind Direction: Coming from 210 degrees
o Turbulence Potential: Moderate low-altitude turbulence reported
o Remarks: Due to wet runway conditions and low visibility, departures were
being carefully monitored by Air Traffic Control (ATC), with pilots advised to
maintain heightened awareness during takeoff. The adverse weather
conditions increased the importance of passenger compliance with pre-
boarding safety requirements.
2. En Route Conditions:
o Weather: Cloudy with moderate turbulence reported at cruising altitude
o Wind Speed: 50-60 knots at cruising altitude
o Remarks: Pilots were advised by ATC to expect occasional air turbulence due
to high winds in the upper atmosphere. Standard deviations from planned
routes were anticipated to maintain flight safety.
3. Destination Airport (Insert Airport Name):
o Weather: Partly cloudy with isolated thunderstorms in the area
o Visibility: 5 kilometers
o Wind Speed: 20 knots, with isolated gusts of up to 25 knots
o Temperature: 22°C (72°F)
o Remarks: Thunderstorms in the area may affect arrival times. ATC was
monitoring weather patterns closely and advising aircraft to expect delays or
holding patterns before landing due to potential storm development.
Impact on Operations:
The weather conditions on the day in question played a critical role in Air India's decision-
making regarding passenger safety and flight operations. The following operational concerns
were noted:
● Safety Measures: With reduced visibility, increased wind speed, and moderate
turbulence, ATC had issued advisories for all airlines to maintain strict compliance
with safety protocols. Air India was required to ensure that all passengers, including
Mr. Sardool Singh Ghuman, adhered to safety procedures before boarding. The
unfavorable weather may have exacerbated safety concerns, potentially contributing
to the denial of boarding for non-compliance.
● Operational Delays: The adverse weather led to slight delays in both departure and
en-route operations, further emphasizing the need for smooth coordination between
ground staff, aircrew, and passengers.
