Drone Sightings Disrupt Munich Airport, Halt Flights and Impact Thousands
Munich International Airport experienced significant disruption on February 13, 2025, due to multiple drone sightings in the vicinity. The presence of unauthorized drones forced airport authorities to halt flights temporarily, affecting thousands of passengers.
As a result of the disruptions, another 15 arriving flights were diverted to nearby airports, including Stuttgart, Nuremberg, Vienna, and Frankfurt. The incident caused widespread delays and logistical challenges for both travelers and airport staff.
Authorities have increased security measures to prevent further drone-related interruptions and are investigating the source of the drone activity to ensure passenger safety.