@aero.total: THAI AIRWAYS CUTS FLIGHTS AS BAGGAGE CRISIS DEEPENS AT BANGKOK AIRPORT Thai Airways is cutting flights from Bangkok as it struggles to recover from a major baggage-handling breakdown at Suvarnabhumi Airport, where thousands of suitcases remain stranded after days of severe rain and flooding. The airline says around 5,000 bags were still awaiting processing, while other reports put the backlog at roughly 5,600 pieces of luggage. Thai Airways has set a target of clearing the remaining baggage within 72 hours. The disruption began after flooding around Bangkok prevented large numbers of ground staff from reaching the airport. Problems involving baggage-handling equipment further strained operations, leaving the airline unable to process luggage normally. The crisis has now extended beyond baggage. Thai Airways has reported flight delays, cancellations and significant schedule reductions, with domestic and international services affected. The airline has temporarily reduced departures from Bangkok while it works to stabilise operations. Authorities have also deployed military personnel to assist with baggage recovery and ground operations at Suvarnabhumi. Passengers separated from their luggage are being offered delivery to their home or hotel once their bags are located and processed. Thai Airways CEO Chai Eamsiri has apologised to passengers as the airline continues efforts to restore normal operations. For travellers, the disruption means the situation at Bangkok is no longer limited to delayed baggage: flight schedules themselves are now being affected as the recovery continues. #ThaiAirways #BangkokAirport #Suvarnabhumi #AviationNews #FlightDisruption

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Tuesday 29 September 2026 12:43:16 GMT