Kochi-Lakshadweep Seaplane Trial Flight Rescheduled to May 12 Amid Weather Alert
Published: May 10, 2026
A trial seaplane flight between Kochi and Kalpeni in Lakshadweep has been postponed to May 12 due to inclement weather in Kerala. The service aims to connect five islands in the Union Territory for faster tourist and passenger transport.
A trial flight of the seaplane service between Kochi and Kalpeni in Lakshadweep has been rescheduled to May 12 due to adverse weather conditions in Kerala. The flight was initially set to operate from Cochin International Airport but was delayed after a yellow alert for rainfall was issued across several districts, including Ernakulam.