Papua: 19 Flights Delayed at Sentani Airport Due to Haze, Poor Visibility
Nineteen flights to Wamena and Oksibil from Sentani International Airport in Papua, Indonesia, were delayed due to haze-induced poor visibility. Aviation authorities emphasize that certain visibility standards must be met for flight resumption to ensure safety.
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