Drone Disruptions Strike Munich: Air Traffic Chaos and European Tensions
Munich airport faced major disruptions when drone sightings forced the suspension of air traffic, affecting 3,000 passengers and cancelling 17 flights. The incident mirrors recent drone disruptions in Denmark and Norway. European Union leaders are considering bolstering defenses against Russian drones amidst rising tension between EU and Russia.
Germany's Munich Airport experienced significant disruptions on Thursday evening as drone sightings led to a suspension of operations, impacting nearly 3,000 passengers.
The airport canceled 17 flights and diverted another 15 to cities including Stuttgart, Nuremberg, and Vienna. Flight operations were halted at 10:18 p.m. local time and remained suspended until early Friday morning.
This drone incident follows similar disruptions in Denmark and Norway, jointly raising concerns about aviation safety in Europe. The European Union is already strategizing defense measures against potential drone threats from Russia.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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