Monday, August 12, 2024 Typhoon Maria, which struck Japan on Monday, brought significant challenges to the country’s transportation networks, especially in the northeastern regions leads to flight cancellation including Japan Airlines , Qantas and more. As the storm made its presence felt, air, rail, and road services faced major disruptions, affecting both local and international travelers. The typhoon’s impact on transportation underscores the vulnerability of travel plans during severe weather events, particularly in a country like Japan, which is highly dependent on efficient and reliable transport infrastructure.
Japan Airlines, one of the country’s leading airlines, had to cancel 78 flights on Monday. These cancellations primarily affected routes connecting the Tohoku region with Tokyo and Osaka. All Nippon Airways, another major airline, also had to cancel several flights.
The cancellations caused significant inconvenience for passengers, many of whom had planned their trips around these vital routes. The disruption highlights the broader issue of how natural disasters can disrupt air travel, leading to cascading effects on the global travel industry. Japan Airlines announced the cancellation of 78 domestic flights, impacting 7,039 passengers, while its competitor ANA cancelled eight flights.
Meanwhile, in Australia, a combination of a national pilot shortage and maintenance issues led to the cancellation of 11 Qantas flights from various capital cities on Sunday.