Oktoberfest Shutdown, Munich Airport Drone Incident Disrupt Travel
Munich's Oktoberfest was temporarily closed on Wednesday due to overcrowding and a bomb scare. Meanwhile, Munich Airport faced a drone-related incident, leading to its brief closure and disrupting travel plans for thousands.
The Oktoberfest beer festival in Munich was shut down for a short period due to excessive crowds and a reported bomb scare. Meanwhile, Munich Airport experienced a drone incident, causing its temporary closure. The number and size of the drones involved are uncertain, with some reports suggesting six drones were spotted.
Drones near airports pose significant risks to aircraft, ranging from minor disruptions to catastrophic collisions. Similar drone incidents at airports across Europe, including Denmark, have raised concerns about potential links to geopolitical tensions, with some suspicions pointing towards Russia, although direct evidence is lacking for the Munich case.
Last night, Munich Airport was shut down after reports of drones in the area. German air traffic control (DFS) restricted and later suspended flight operations. Although the drones had left by the time Federal Police arrived with drone defense equipment, the incident left 17 flights grounded and 15 incoming flights diverted. Around 3,000 passengers were stranded, with some spending the night in the terminal where camp beds, snacks, and drinks were provided. Flight operations resumed the following morning.
The Oktoberfest incident and Munich Airport drone sighting highlight growing concerns about public safety and air traffic disruptions. Authorities are urged to enhance drone regulation and response capabilities to prevent such incidents and mitigate their impacts.
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