Russian Airports Grapple with Drone Attacks, Enforce Flight Restrictions
Flights Restricted at Seven Airports in Russia Due to Drone Attacks
Bishkek – 24.kg news agency
By Nargiza Tokoeva
Flights have been restricted at seven airports in Russia, Russian media outlet RBC reports.
Starting from February 15, flights have been restricted at the airports of Astrakhan, Vladikavkaz, Volgograd, Grozny, Kaluga, Saratov, and Ulyanovsk, which are temporarily not receiving or dispatching aircraft.
According to RBC, these measures were introduced in response to drone attacks. The media outlet reports that 40 drones were destroyed over the Russian Federation last night. This incident has raised concerns about the security of aviation in the region.
Authorities are taking measures to ensure the safety of passengers and prevent further drone attacks. The situation is being closely monitored, and additional security measures are being implemented to protect airports from similar threats in the future.
Passengers are advised to check with their airlines for any updates or changes to their travel plans due to the flight restrictions at these airports in Russia. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
