Air Mauritiius. Photo: IanC66 / Shutterstock.com Passengers traveling on Air Mauritius Flight MK 844 faced significant disruption on May 24, 2026, after the service was delayed due to a technical issue affecting the aircraft in Cape Town.
The airline confirmed today, May 25, 2026, that the flight, scheduled to operate from Cape Town to Mauritius, was grounded while engineers assessed the problem. Air Mauritius said the delay was caused by an operational technical fault and that safety checks remain the top priority.
In a statement, the airline apologized for the inconvenience and said passengers were being accommodated in hotels. However, arrangements were complicated by high accommodation demand in Cape Town due to major events in the city, including the Cape Town Marathon and several international conferences taking place this week.
Cape Town marathon. Photo: 40mm Photographer / Shutterstock.comAdditional delays at Cape Town International Airport were also reported, with operational constraints such as the closure of immigration counters during shift changes contributing to extended waiting times for passengers.
Air Mauritius said it is actively working on alternative solutions to transport affected travelers to Mauritius as soon as possible. The airline added that it remains fully mobilized to provide assistance and care to passengers during the disruption.
Officials reiterated that passenger safety and security remain the airline’s highest priority, and further updates will be provided as the situation develops.