Mount Lewotobi Laki‑laki sent a plume of ash into the sky in July, forcing 24 flights to cancel at Bali’s popular airports.
The volcano—located on Sumbing Island off the tip of Java—had already been showing warning signs. When the eruption erupted, local officials quickly grounded aircraft to protect passengers and crew from ash clouds that can jam engines and threaten safety.
Airports in Bali, including Ngurah Rai (Denpasar) and Lombok, halted arrivals and departures for several hours. Pilots and flight crews were advised to reroute or hold the aircraft until updated clearance from the Indonesian Civil Aviation Authority came through.
Tourists were urged to check alternate travel plans. The Indonesian Agency for Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics (BMKG) said the ash lifted to about 12,000 feet (3,700 m) and spread over parts of Java and Bali, making flying conditions hazardous.
The government said it follows strict safety protocols and that the risk to people on the ground is minimal.
Airlines expect most flights to resume soon once ash clouds clear. Travelers are advised to keep an eye on airline announcements and local weather alerts.
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