Avionul lui Vladimir Putin, probleme la aterizarea în Moscova, din cauza atacurilor cu drone

On October 9, 2023, President Vladimir Putin faced unusual circumstances upon returning from Turkmenistan as all four Moscow airports were temporarily closed due to drone attacks and possible small balloon sightings. Four aircraft from the special flight detachment "Rossiya" had to circle Moscow awaiting landing permission, with two redirected to St. Petersburg. The closures caused significant air traffic disruptions, with hundreds of flights delayed or canceled. The situation arose amid a new wave of aerial attacks on Moscow, where authorities reported intercepting 15 drones. The restrictions were implemented under a security plan due to the aerial threats, leading to major operational changes at the airports. Reports indicated that residents heard loud noises and explosions, and the mayor confirmed the downing of drones. The incident marked a significant security concern for the Russian capital.