Major Asia Flight Disruptions Hit Riyadh, Makassar and Beyond
Thousands of passengers across Asia faced delays and cancellations after incidents and congestion at key hubs including Riyadh and Makassar disrupted normal operations.
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Thousands of passengers across Asia faced delays and cancellations after incidents and congestion at key hubs including Riyadh and Makassar disrupted normal operations.
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