The Kuban regional operational headquarters has dismissed rumors circulating on social media about an unidentified drone being spotted near Sochi international airport. Officials stressed that there was no credible evidence to support the claim and that no flight advisories or incident reports aligned with such a sighting were logged by any of the city’s emergency services, aviation authorities, or law enforcement agencies. A spokesperson for the headquarters described the social-media post as a fabrication and urged residents to rely on official updates rather than unverified messages shared online. The denial was echoed by airport management and the resort city’s service providers, who confirmed that there had been no alerts or alarms from the airport or surrounding airspace agencies regarding any drone activity on or around June 6 in the evening hours.
In reaffirming safety rules, the headquarters highlighted that drone operations are prohibited over the Krasnodar Territory, a policy that remains in force for both recreational and commercial flights. The frequently cited restrictions are part of a broader framework aimed at protecting air traffic, public safety, and critical infrastructure, especially in busy regions that host international gateways and tourist hubs. The emphasis on abiding by these rules is meant to prevent misunderstandings that could disrupt airport operations or create unsafe conditions for passengers and crews.
The incident appears against a backdrop of other recent events within the same region. At the end of May, reports circulated about a drone of unknown origin crashing in a field somewhere within Krasnodar Territory, though official sources did not confirm any sustained impact on nearby communities or airspace operations in that instance. Local authorities urged calm and cautioned residents not to speculate about the nature or intent of the drone activity while investigations were ongoing.
Additionally, earlier in the spring, reports from Krasnodar noted unusual aerial activity near the Morskaya Street area. Some residents observed drones moving across the sky, sparking questions about the potential for infrastructure damage or surveillance. In several cases, subsequent checks by city authorities indicated that there had been no threats to public safety and that observed aircraft were either routine civil drones or misidentified objects. The overall message from officials has been to await official statements and to report any suspicious activity through the proper channels to ensure a measured and accurate response.