The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) reviewed airport readiness
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Why in news
The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) reviewed airport readiness as Cyclone Arnab is expected to hit the Andhra Pradesh coast on October 28.
Background
Cyclone Arnab is expected to hit the Andhra Pradesh coast with winds of 125–135 kmph. Flights were suspended at Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, and Rajahmundry on October 27.
Facts for Prelims
- FactCyclone Arnab expected wind speeds: 125–135 kmph
- PlaceSuspended flight locations: Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, and Rajahmundry
- BodyIMD: Issued warnings for delays in Hyderabad, Varanasi, Prayagraj, and Gorakhpur
Prelims practice question
Which of the following locations had its flights suspended due to Cyclone Arnab?
- (a)Rajahmundry
- (b)Guwahati
- (c)Nellore
- (d)Madurai
Show answer
Answer: (a) Rajahmundry — The note specifies that flights were suspended at Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, and Rajahmundry.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the institutional framework for disaster management in the aviation sector and the importance of real-time coordination between IMD and civil aviation authorities.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Inter-agency coordination: Real-time data sharing between IMD and MoCA for flight safety
- Infrastructure resilience: Strengthening coastal airport infrastructure against high-velocity cyclonic winds
Keywords: Disaster Management · Aviation Safety · Climate Resilience · Inter-agency Coordination
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