- Six Indonesian airports suspended flight operations on 06 September due to volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau
- Soekarno-Hatta International Airport halted 301 flights, affecting 22,800 passengers
- Singapore Airlines cancelled all Jakarta services; routes to Hong Kong, Sydney, Seoul, Doha, Amsterdam and Kuala Lumpur disrupted
- Ash cloud reached 50,000 feet and blanketed Jakarta area and Banten province
- Schools cancelled activities and fishermen stayed ashore; no tsunami risk confirmed
Volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau has severely disrupted air travel across Indonesia, with six airports suspending operations and hundreds of flights cancelled or delayed on 06 September. The eruption has produced ash plumes reaching 50,000 feet, creating a major aviation hazard across the Sunda Strait region. Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta has temporarily halted flight operations, affecting 301 flights and approximately 22,800 passengers. Airport operator Angkasa Pura confirmed the suspension followed positive paper tests verifying ash presence in the capital’s airspace.
The disruption extends beyond Jakarta’s main hub. Halim Perdanakusuma Airport, Budiarto Airport in Tangerang and Radin Inten II Airport in Lampung also closed their runways. Singapore Airlines cancelled all services to and from Jakarta for the remainder of the day. Routes connecting Jakarta to Hong Kong, Sydney, Seoul, Doha, Amsterdam and Kuala Lumpur faced extensive cancellations. The ash cloud blanketed the greater Jakarta area and Banten province, forcing several schools to cancel activities after students experienced eye irritation. Local fishermen remained ashore due to visibility and safety concerns.
Authorities advised travellers to check directly with airlines and airports before travelling, as the situation remains fluid. The National Disaster Management Agency confirmed no imminent tsunami risk from the eruption. The volcano has erupted continuously since late Friday night, generating an ash cloud that soared to 15,000 metres. Flight schedules may change at short notice as aviation authorities monitor atmospheric conditions.
Airport operator Angkasa Pura shared the suspension affected 301 flights, including 58 international flights
