POST REPORTERS At least 78 flights at Chiang Mai airport will be cancelled on Friday and Saturday to avoid hazards posed by floating sky lanterns during the traditional Yi Peng festival. Chiang Mai airport general manager Gp Cpt Manathanik Rakngam said airlines will cancel 58 domestic and 20 international flights over the two days. The annual Lanna-style Loy Krathong festival is highlighted by the launch of sky lanterns. Please join us on our Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/bangkokpostlearningAt least 78 flights at Chiang Mai airport will be cancelled on Friday and Saturday to avoid hazards posed by floating sky lanterns during the traditional Yi Peng festival. (Bangkok Post file photo)Click "play" to listen to 78 Chiang Mai flights cancelled because of floating lanterns and "Download" to keep this file for educational purpose.

Source: Bangkok Post October 31, 2017 04:18 UTC