Drones
Munich airport closed due to drone sightings
October 03, 2025 Image generated by AI
Munich Airport was temporarily closed on Friday morning after drone sightings. Numerous flights were canceled, causing significant disruptions to air traffic. Authorities are investigating the incident.
Hobby drone pilot faces high fine at Frankfurt airport
October 05, 2025 Reported by AI
A hobby drone pilot disrupted air traffic at Frankfurt Airport and now faces a five-figure fine. The illegal flight caused delays in takeoffs and landings. Authorities have classified the incident as serious.
German airlines warn of drone threats for ten years
Germany's airlines demand consistent political action amid rising drone incidents at airports. The president of the German Airlines Association stresses the need to shoot down drones in threat situations. The federal government plans to enhance drone defenses by year's end.
Lightning purchase of drone protection delayed for months
October 02, 2025Arrests after drone alarm at European summit in Denmark
Munich airport suspends operations due to drone alarm
October 04, 2025 Image generated by AI
Munich Airport suspended operations on October 4, 2025, after police sighted drones overhead. Thousands of passengers spent the night at the airport. This is a repeat incident following previous drone alarms.
Man arrested for aviation intoxication after drone drama at airport
October 01, 2025 Reported by AI
A man has been arrested on suspicion of aviation intoxication following a drone incident at Sundsvall-Timrå Airport. The event triggered alarms and evacuations, but involved an intoxicated individual handling the drone. Police are now investigating the case further.
Airports urge police for stronger drone defense
German airports have called on federal and state police to act more decisively against drones. The ADV association holds security authorities responsible and demands a situation center. Bavaria has approved a draft law for defense.
Russian drones provoke in Europe and Germany considers legal responses
September 30, 2025 Reported by AI
Russia is testing Europe's borders with drone incursions, including near Germany. Politicians like Friedrich Merz call for stronger defenses. Experts discuss legal options to counter such provocations.