AZAL delays a number of flights between Baku and Nakhchivan due to thunderstorm activity

A number of flights on the Baku – Nakhchivan – Baku route scheduled for August 29, 2026, have been delayed due to thunderstorm activity.

Flights will resume once weather conditions stabilize.

Passengers will be informed in detail about possible changes.

The geographical location and mountainous terrain of the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic directly affect meteorological conditions and flight operations. In particular, strong winds, their sudden shifts, and thunderstorm activity create additional risks during the takeoff and landing phases.

It is important to note that the decision to delay or cancel a flight due to weather is not made solely on the basis of the conditions a passenger observes at the airport. The assessment is carried out along the entire route, and also takes into account current and forecast weather conditions at the departure and destination airports.

Since such meteorological phenomena have a serious impact on flight safety, the crew and operational services make decisions in strict accordance with international aviation safety standards.