Solar Eclipse 2024: From Date To Timing To Impact On Flight Operations, Here's All About It

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The Great North American Eclipse is a total solar eclipse that will take place on April 8 this year. 

Date Of The Event:

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On April 8, the astronomical event will start at 2:12 PM. It will end at  2:22 AM on the next day, on April 9.

Time:

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Taking to the official website, NASA announced that this event could be visible in some parts of North America. The report stated about the chances of the solar eclipse to be seen in Canada, Mexico, and the United States. 

Visibility:

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The upcoming solar eclipse might impact air travel. It is likely to impact some flight services.  

Will It Affect Flight Operations?

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The Federal Aviation Administration issued a notice stating that the event is likely to impact air travel starting at 6 AM on April 7 to 12 AM on April 10. Chances are that there may be some flight delays in airports coming in the eclipse trajectory, according to a report by The Times of India. 

More Information:

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This astronomical event will not be visible in India. 

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Hope this information can help you to make your travel plans accordingly. 

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