Question : NON FUNCTIONAL RADAR SCREENS AT IGI



(a) whether three of the seven radar display screens at the Air Traffic Control of Indira Gandhi International Airport are out of order of several months;

(b) whether the authorities are finding it extremely difficult to manage the flights as a result thereof;

(c) if so, the reasons for delay in taking the remedial measures for the repair / replacement of non functional screens; and

(d) the necessary steps taken by the Government in this regard?

Answer given by the minister

MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF CIVIL AVIATION ( SHRI SHRIPAD YESSO NAIK )

(a) and (b): No, Sir. All operational positions in Air Traffic Control have serviceable radar display for control of air traffic over Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi.
(c) and (d): Do not arise.