Storm chaos: What’s happening at Sydney Airport?

TRAVELLERS have been warned of delays at the airport as fierce weather continues to wreak havoc, with one Qantas flyer claiming there was minor flooding on-board.

21/04/15 Sydney, NSW © Andrew Murray Planes delayed at Sydney Domestic Airport. Passengers having to walk in the rain when arriving back into Sydney

PASSENGERS have been warned to brace for delay at Sydney Airport as fierce weather continues to wreak havoc.

Airport spokeswoman Laura Stevens said previous reports that it has been forced to shut are incorrect.

“Sydney Airport is not closed,” Ms Stevens said. “The airport remains open and operations continue.”

However, there have been some dramas, and the conditions have resulted in delays.

“Some international flights have been diverted and there are domestic delays of up to 60 minutes. Passengers are advised to check with their airlines for their latest flight details.

Qantas pilot just said one of the Instrument Landing Systems has been knocked out at Sydney Airport, creating further delays. #SydneyStorm

— Tracey Spicer (@TraceySpicer) April 22, 2015

“We’re also advising passengers to allow plenty of time to get to and from the airport, with weather related traffic and public transport issues around Sydney.”

@AJBrophy Thanks for your understanding, Alex. We really appreciate your patience given the severe weather in Sydney over the past few days

— Virgin Australia (@VirginAustralia) April 22, 2015

She said all is being done to assist passengers.

“We’ve allocated additional resources to ensure ongoing operations, manage weather related issues, assist passengers and keep people informed.”

Passengers can stay updated via Sydney Airport’s Twitter page or the airlines’ accounts. Many flyers have already taken to the social media site to share their situations and find out when they will be able to fly.

Traveller Adriane Medeiros endured a four-hour delay Tweeted about “minor” flooding on-board a Qantas plane.

Sleepy, tired, cold and hungry! Give me food Qantas! #qantas #delayed #wildweather

— Adriane Medeiros (@Didi_Medeiros) April 21, 2015

@Didi_Medeiros We're sorry for the delay due to weather Adriane, we'll have you on your way as soon as possible. Pearl

— Qantas (@Qantas) April 22, 2015

@SchneiderK I couldn't see anything but that was they said just before we got on board. I laughed!

— Adriane Medeiros (@Didi_Medeiros) April 22, 2015

@SchneiderK it's been long 4 hours delay

— Adriane Medeiros (@Didi_Medeiros) April 22, 2015

Many others have been stuck.

Stuck @SydneyAirport plane meant to depart at 9:20am for Brisbane # shutdown #SydneyWeather pic.twitter.com/7ZBCR8t3St

— Phillip Raso (@Phileel) April 22, 2015

@jaytrudgen ...For the latest info on flights, please refer to our Flight Status page here - http://t.co/SM9Oww7s5s 2/2

— Virgin Australia (@VirginAustralia) April 21, 2015

Virgin Australia told news.com.au: “We are doing everything possible to ensure a smooth travel experience including proactively contacting guests whose flights have been affected by adverse weather in New South Wales.

“We advise guests to allow extra travel time getting to the airport and to check the Flight Status page on our website for up to date information. We are working as quickly as possible to have guests on their way and appreciate everyone’s patience during these trying weather conditions.”

Options are available for passengers travelling to/from Sydney & Newcastle affected by the adverse weather conditions http://t.co/4WASGSylGq

— Qantas (@Qantas) April 22, 2015