Johannesburg – Passengers faced significant delays at OR Tambo International Airport (ORTIA) on Tuesday due to what Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) termed 'operational disruptions'. Long queues and frustrated travellers were a common sight, particularly at security checkpoints.
Domestic Operations Stabilising
ACSA has stated that domestic operations have largely stabilised. Efforts are now focused on assisting international travellers who continue to experience delays. The airport operator is working to improve passenger flow and queue management.
Technical Teams Working to Resolve Issues
Technical teams worked throughout Tuesday to resolve the underlying issues causing the disruptions. ACSA anticipates that full operational capacity will be restored by Wednesday morning.
No Impact on Other Airports
ACSA has assured the public that other airports within its network are not affected by the disruptions at OR Tambo International Airport.
ORTIA Travel Advisory
On Tuesday, OR Tambo International Airport issued a travel advisory via Twitter, alerting passengers to longer-than-usual queues at security checkpoints. Passengers were encouraged to proceed to security screening areas immediately after check-in.
Passengers are advised to check with their airlines for the latest flight information and to allow extra time for security screening when travelling through OR Tambo International Airport.
ACSA Expects Full Capacity Soon
ACSA expects ORTIA to be at full operational capacity on Wednesday morning. They deployed an incoming shift to bolster capacity and assist with international travellers. They are working hard to resolve the issues and get everyone moving again.