No kite-flying near airports: AASL

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The Airport and Aviation Services Sri Lanka Private Ltd., (AASL) has issued a warning against flying kites in close proximity to international airports in the country.

Issuing a special notice, the AASL warned that flying kites or any airborne objects over a height of 300 feet, within a radius of 5 km from any international airport, is strictly prohibited.

The AASL further said that flying kites in such close proximity to international airports is considered a punishable offence.

The warning has been issued highlighting the hindrance to flight operations and the threat to flights and passengers.

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