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Thai Airways’ staff shortage, delayed baggage, and flight cancellations linked to Bangkok flooding
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Thai Airways cancelled several domestic and international flights on September 29 and 30 due to a staff shortage linked to severe flooding in Bangkok and surrounding areas.
Key facts
- Thai Airways cancelled several domestic and international flights on September 29 and 30 due to a staff shortage linked to severe flooding in Bangkok and surrounding areas.
- The cancellations follow complaints from passengers who experienced lengthy baggage delays at Suvarnabhumi International Airport, reportedly because some airline employees were unable to attend work after being affected by flooding.
- Thai Airways announced the latest cancellations on its official Facebook page on September 28, citing the flooding situation in Bangkok and surrounding areas.
- The suspended routes for September 29 are
Summary
The cancellations follow complaints from passengers who experienced lengthy baggage delays at Suvarnabhumi International Airport, reportedly because some airline employees were unable to attend work after being affected by flooding.
Some passengers said they had to wait six to eight hours to collect their belongings, while others left the airport and waited for further updates from the airline. Several passengers also expressed concern about essential items in their luggage, including medication for underlying medical conditions.