Munich Airport briefly Halts Operations Amid Drone Alarm
Munich, Germany – Munich Airport temporarily suspended all flights Saturday evening after a drone was sighted in the airspace, prompting a police search. Operations resumed around 10:30 PM local time after no drones were located, according to Bavarian police.
The disruption at one of Europe’s busiest airports underscores growing concerns about drone security and potential threats to critical infrastructure. While the source of the drone and its intent remain unknown, the incident follows a series of similar events across Europe, including recent drone alarms and investigations in Denmark and Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, raising questions about airspace vulnerability and the need for enhanced security measures.
Police initiated a search of the airport area, utilizing both ground units and a helicopter, but were unable to find the drone. The type of drone involved, and whether it was a single device or multiple, has not yet been determined.
this incident comes amid heightened vigilance following numerous drone overflights of unknown origin near Danish airports and military installations, prompting Denmark to declare a state of alert and call for improved security protocols. German authorities are also investigating potential espionage attempts involving drones targeting critical infrastructure in Schleswig-Holstein, including power plants and government buildings.
