Following a temporary closure, Moscow’s two major international air hubs, Vnukovo and Domodedovo, resumed regular operations. Reports from the national news agency TASS confirmed that aviation services had returned to their standard pace, reassuring travelers and airlines alike that the disruption had been resolved and normal scheduling had been restored.
A representative from the aviation services sector stated, omodedovo and Vnukovo airports are operating normally,nd emphasized that the current conditions inside the terminals and on the runways reflect typical daily activity. The remark underlined the swift recovery afterward and the confidence of airport authorities in maintaining safe and efficient service for passengers, crews, and ground staff.
On August 25, situational reports indicated a temporary suspension of operations at Vnukovo and Domodedovo, with flight activity halted and arrivals paused. During the pause, several aircraft were redirected to holding patterns or designated arrival zones, while some passengers remained in the terminals awaiting further guidance. The incident prompted logistical adjustments from air traffic control teams and airline operators as they coordinated rebookings and reassignments to minimize inconvenience for travelers.
Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin addressed observers late Wednesday in the Mozhaisk district of the Moscow region, describing an ongoing security event involving unmanned aerial systems. He noted that a second drone had collided with a building under construction that is part of the Moscow City business complex, highlighting ongoing concerns about drone activity and its impact on urban infrastructure and safety planning.
Earlier in the month, Moscow experienced attacks attributed to Ukrainian drones that targeted city infrastructure and facilities. Among the reported impacts was a drone strike that affected the Moscow City business center, alongside other incidents affecting maritime traffic in the Black Sea region. Officials confirmed that there were no casualties or significant structural damage arising from these events, though the episodes underscored the broader security challenges faced in the region and the need for rapid response measures and protective systems in place for critical assets.
In response to the heightened drone threat, Russian authorities announced the deployment of a new drone suppression and defense system aimed at reducing the risk of future incursions. The initiative reflects ongoing efforts to bolster airspace security, safeguard key economic and urban centers, and ensure continuity of essential services amid evolving aerial threats.