Pune Airport Conducts Emergency Blackout Drill Tonight
Lok Samachar
Pune : Pune Airport will conduct a full-scale emergency blackout drill tonight at 8:30 PM, in coordination with the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Indian Air Force (IAF), and various airlines operating at the airport. The 30-minute drill is a scheduled exercise aimed at testing and enhancing the airportтАЩs emergency preparedness.
During the drill, the entire airport will experience a total blackout, involving a complete shutdown of lighting and power systems. All ground operations, including aircraft servicing and baggage handling, will be temporarily suspended. Incoming flights will be instructed to remain in a holding pattern for 20 to 30 minutes until the drill concludes and clearance to land is provided.
The primary objectives of the exercise
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Assess the airportтАЩs readiness in handling emergency situations.
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Strengthen coordination and communication between airport authorities, airlines, and air traffic control.
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Identify any gaps or areas requiring improvement in emergency protocols.
Airport officials have emphasized that the drill will be conducted in a controlled environment and poses no threat to passengers or operations beyond the designated time frame.
Passengers are advised to check with their airlines for any potential minor delays and cooperate with airport staff during this important safety initiative.
