US EditionMunich runways closed again after drone sightings
Munich Airport suspended flights twice in 24 hours due to unconfirmed drone sightings, disrupting 46 departures and affecting 6,500 passengers, prompting calls for stronger drone defense measures.
- Munich Airport closed both runways on October 3 due to drone sightings, affecting 6,500 passengers and resulting in flight cancellations and delays.
- German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt described the incidents as a "wake-up call" on drone threats and highlighted the urgent security needs, stating that financing and research on drone threats are necessary.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned that drone incursions show Russia's intention to escalate its aggression in Europe.
- Authorities expect normal operations to resume by 5:00 am on October 4, following significant flight disruptions.
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Germany's Munich Airport reopens after second closure in less than 24 hours due to suspected drones
Germany’s Munich Airport has reopened after authorities shut it down for the second time in less than 24 hours after more suspected drone sightings. The closures are the latest after mysterious drone overflights in the airspace of European Union member…
After the drone sightings in the vicinity, Munich Airport resumed operation. During the night on Saturday, all take-offs and landings had been suspended. Thousands of passengers were affected, some of them were waiting at the airport. "Now, capacity is gradually getting up again," said a spokesman of the airport Saturday morning. However, passengers would have to prepare for delays all day long. The spokesman recommended that they inform themsel…
Due to drone sighting, flight operations at Munich Airport were stopped again.
The series of disruptions in the middle of Oktoberfest came at the worst possible time for the many tourists.
Munich Airport was closed again last night after drones were spotted near the runways. This also happened on Thursday. Officers spotted the flying objects near the two runways. According to a police spokesperson, the drones flew away before they could be identified. Dozens of flights were canceled. Approximately 6,500 travelers were affected. Camp beds have been set up for them, and food and drinks have been provided. Due to Oktoberfest, hotel r…
Munich airport was closed "preventively" during the night of Friday to Saturday due to drone observations. 46 flights were cancelled.
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