National carrier Singapore Airlines’ low-cost subsidiary arm Scoot on Tuesday (Aug 25) announced timing changes and cancellations on its flights operating to and from Okinawa, Japan, and Fuzhou in China’s Fujian province due to Typhoon Saudel.
At least two flights scheduled for Aug 26 have reportedly been cancelled:
- TR834 from Singapore to Okinawa
- TR835 from Okinawa to Singapore
In addition, the following flights between Singapore and Fuzhou on Aug 28 will be retimed:
- TR174 from Singapore to Fuzhou will depart at 3pm instead of 7am
- TR175 from Fuzhou to Singapore will depart at 8.45pm instead of 12.45pm
In a reply to AsiaOne, a Scoot spokesperson said the airline has reached out to all affected customers to inform them of the flight cancellations or retiming.
They were also provided the option to rebook their flights or request for a full refund should they choose not to continue with their travel. Those who made their bookings through travel agents or airlines partners are advised to contact their travel agent or purchasing airline directly for assistance.
“The safety of our customers and crew remains our top priority,” the airline said.
There are currently no changes to flights operated by Singapore Airlines.
Meanwhile, ANA Holdings and Japan Airlines cancelled a total of 279 flights affecting about 42,000 people, reported The Japan Times.
ANA said all of its flights to and from Naha airport will be cancelled on Wednesday, amid forecast from the Japan Meteorological Agency that winds may reach speeds of up to 40m per second.
Taking to X on Tuesday, Japan Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi urged the public to pay close attention to weather forecasts and evacuation information.
“If you sense the slightest danger, don’t hesitate to take action to protect your lives,” she wrote.
Saudel is also forecast to hit the coast in the eastern Chinese province of Fujian from late Thursday to early Friday.
Taiwan’s Central Weather Administration said Saudel is expected to pass to the north of Taiwan and dump water on its north, also over the same Thursday to Friday window.
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