Several BIA-bound aircraft diverted to Mattala amid heavy rainfall
Several planes destined for Bandaranaike International Airport were diverted to Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport due to heavy rain and adverse weather. The situation affected flight plans and arrivals, with multiple aircraft redirected from BIA amid ongoing rainfall. Source: AdaDerana, May 22, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=122818