Mumbai Air Show 2024 : Check road closures and flight schedules as Mumbai airport partially shut
Mumbai Air Show 2024 : Check road closures and flight schedules as Mumbai airport partially shut
In a collaborative effort between the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Maharashtra Government led by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, the eagerly anticipated ‘Mumbai Air Show 2024’ has been officially announced.
The event promises thrilling aerobatic displays featuring the Suryakiran Aerobatic Display Team (SKAT) and the captivating ‘Sarang’ Helicopter display team. Get ready for a spectacular showcase of aviation prowess and breathtaking manoeuvres in the skies over Mumbai.
The Mumbai Air Show 2024 would feature a diverse range of aerial activities, including a flypast and low-level aerobatic display by the Su-30 MKI, freefall and parachute displays by the ‘Akashganga’ team and C-130 aircraft.
The Maharashtra Tourism’s Instagram page attached a mesmerizing video with the announcement. “Get ready to witness a spectacular aerial display by the Indian Air Force in coordination with the Government of Maharashtra.
With powerful demonstrations and captivating energy, this event will take place over Marine Drive and will include aerobatic displays by the Suryakiran Aerobatic Display Team (SKAT) and the ‘Sarang’ Helicopter display team. Date: January 12 2024 -January 14 2024. Venue: Marine Drive Time: 12 pm- 1 pm”
The IAF outreach programme will be held from January 12 to January 14 2024 between 12 pm to 1 pm over Marine Drive.
The Mumbai Traffic Police also issued a travel advisory for the Mumbai Air Show 2024. “To avoid traffic congestion & inconvenience to commuters, following traffic arrangements will be in place from 9 am to 5 pm on 13th & 14th January.” the Mumbai Traffic Police said.
The Mumbai Police said that NS Road will remain closed on January 13 and 14 between 9 am to 5 pm. The statement read “N.S Road North Bound will remain closed for all the types of vehicular traffic except emergency vehicles proceeding both bounds from N.C.P.A, Girgaon Chowpatty”
The Mumbai Airport or Chhattrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA)’s two runways will remain shut from 12 pm to 1 pm.
“The Indian Air Force has planned an aerial display exercise at Mumbai. Due to this, Mumbai’s CSMIA runways (RWY 09/27 & 14/32) will remain non-operational from 12:00 hrs. to 13:00 hrs. on 12th, 13th and 14th January, 2024.” CSMIA had tweeted.
