L-R: Marcel Hungerbuehler,COO, Dr. R.K Jenamani,IMD & I Prabhakar Rao,CEO
On 28 Nov,2014 Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) had a work shop on Fog Preparedness as the chilling winter along with Fog is about to set in Northern Part of India.The event was quite an insight about How DIAL is better prepared than last year. I Prabhakar Rao, CEO DIAL & Marcel Hungerbuehler shared how DIAL is better equipped than ever before to provide a seamless experience to guests.
Key Points:-
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Delhi Airport-Collaborative
Decision Making (DA-CDM) completes two years
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Low Visibility Procedures (LVP)
cell to function inside AOCC
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Runway 10/28 to have redundancy
in the form of additional RVR transmitters
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New localizers added
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Backup radar fully integrated
into system
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2000 more chairs for passenger
convenience
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Over 7,000 trolleys in service
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Deployment of increased manpower
for housekeeping
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Additional helpdesks for fog
related queries
New Delhi, November 28th, 2014: Ahead of the
fog season, operator of Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA), Delhi
International Airport (P) Limited (DIAL) has made all necessary arrangements to
minimize inconvenience to passengers and ensure continuity of flight operations
during Low Visibility Period.
Speaking on the
preparedness DIAL CEO, Mr. I PrabhakaraRao said,“The Delhi
Airport Collaborative Decision Making (DA-CDM) supported us very well last
year. Unlike previous years, the system enabled us to recover much faster at
the time of flight disruption during low visibility condition. A DA-CDM LVP
(Low Visibility Procedures) Cell has also been positioned inside Airport
Operations Control Centre (AOCC). This new system resulted in saving of XX fuel
last year.”
DA-CDM is a
concept focusing on improving Air Traffic Flow and Capacity Management at
airports by reducing delays, improving the predictability of events and
optimizing the utilization of resources. It involves airport operators,
airlines, ground handlers and ATC collaborating and sharing data through
automated system to increase overall airport efficiency. It will enable optimum
utilization of ATC resources, runways/taxiways etc. resulting in reduced
workload of controllers, minimum ground delays, reduced radio telephony
congestion and increased level of safety.
“Installation of
back up RVR transmitters, new localizer and integration of radar with the
existing one would immensely support the flight landing & take offs when
the visibility falls. To reduce delays and congestion due to fog, we have
devised a plan that would ensure smooth flow of flight information, almost on
real time basis, to the passengers,” added DIAL CEO, Mr. I PrabhakaraRao.
The three
runways 28, 29 and 11 at the IGI Airport are certified for CAT III B
operations, which would allow landing of the compliant aircrafts.
Speaking
on the arrangements, Mr. M C Dangi said, “Air Traffic in India and at IGI Airport, Delhi is growing at a
rapid pace but presence of state of the art infrastructure and support from all
stakeholders especially the airport operator DIAL has helped us immensely during the last fog period. If the launch of Delhi
Airport-Collaborative Decision Making (DA-CDM) was the game changer last year,
this year we hope to accelerate with the introduction of redundancy measures
taken for the RVR equipment. The challenges faced during last fog season,
provided us new opportunities to review not only the existing procedures but
also the infrastructure requirements at Delhi Airport. Under the leadership of
the DGCA, AAI, IMD, DIAL and all other stakeholders are taking additional
measures to ensure a hassle free service to the air passengers during this
winter.”
The facilities
available at T3 and T1D during this fog season are aimed at not just providing
the passengers timely information but also to offer them all possible amenities
supported by modern infrastructure. The overall highlights of DIAL’s readiness
for the fog season are as follows:-
Passenger Terminals- T3, T-1D and T1C
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Ensure 100% availability of FIDS system
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Display Met information at MATVs inside Terminals
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Frequent updates to passengers/visitors on ETDs & ETAs
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Four additional conspicuous helpdesks are installed at entry
gates where information on cancellations and delays will be displayed
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Dynamic deployment of Terminal Operations staff at critical
positions to guide passengers and provide information
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Additional F & B counters are provided for passengers with
the intent of ensuring adequate supplies (including in Piers). In
Domestic and International Piers each two locations.
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Seating arrangements have been enhanced
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All airlines are briefed for deployment of additional staff for
appropriate manning of Check-in counters / Boarding gate areas during fog
situation.
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Adequate number of trolleys and trolley pushers:
o
Additional seating capacity has been provided in the terminal
building
o
Total trolleys available (T1&T3) is 7075
o
Sufficient F&B outlets available
o
Ensure 100% availability of FIDS system, with continuously
updated information
o
Cleanliness of the toilets and the terminals will be ensured
during fog through deployment of additional manpower
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Dedicated Senior Team will be available during the LVP period]]
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City Side
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Tow Crane is kept ready for smooth traffic flow
·
Additional Traffic Marshals are deployed for smooth taxi flow
during fog
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Adequate lighting is provided in the Car Parking
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Airport Patrol Vehicles fitted with PA system, Radio Sets and
Beacons
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Terminal 1 to have one more radio taxi operator-Meru
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The complete Airport road network is distinctly & clearly
painted with Retro reflective paints with Glass beads for better visibility.
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All the signage’s have retro reflective tapes of high quality
which gives better directional control for the driver.
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The road edges have road studs which reflect & emit lights.
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All U-Turns have adequate chevrons & road studs to give a
distinct clarity of the edges.
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The LUX levels of all electrical poles are maintained for better
road visibility.
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Reflective tapes are fixed on all electrical poles.
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There are Go slow Led barriers on required barriers.
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No vehicles are allowed to park on the roads. Our 24x7
patrolling by the bikers keeps on removing vehicles parked on the roads.
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Airside
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Runway 10/28 has a backup RVR system to maintain redundancy for
the first time at any Indian Airport
·
Runways 11/29 has 5 sets of RVR equipment, which support
aircraft to utilize full length of Asia’s longest runway
·
Runways 28, 29 & 11 at IGI Airport are certified for CAT III
B operations, which allow compliant aircraft and trained pilots to land even
when the runway visibility is down to 50 meters
·
148 parking stands are equipped with Aeronautical ground
lighting system which helps Aircraft to operate in CAT IIIB conditions
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As pilot has limited view from the cockpit, Follow me service is
provided to facilitate Aircraft movement. Trained professionals are deputed
for follow me service
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TAXIWAY guidance lights suitable for Low visibility Operation
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Crash Fire tender are deployed at critical position during all
Low visibility operation to respond to any emergency
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Online information
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· Live
Flight Information
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Online Cab booking
· Meta
search facility for hotel and airline booking
· Interactive
airport maps
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Weather forecast (with extended search of 04 days)
· Worldwide
weather forecast
IGIA
live on Social media:
Dedicated
page on Facebook as: https://www.facebook.com/DelhiAirport,
Twitter handle as @Delhi_Airport and m.newdelhiairport.in for the mobile
users
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Other Initiatives
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· Regular
Updation on Flight Information Display Screens.
· IGI
Airport has its 24x7 call centre (0124-3376000).
· Special training given to
airport staff
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