Russian aviation services experience occasional disruptions from external sources, according to statements made in the Russian aviation sector.
Russian airports are currently grappling with significant disruptions due to safety measures put in place following drone attacks and strong winds. Here's a breakdown of the current situation at several key airports:
- **Ivanovo (Yuzhny Airport), Kaluga (Grabtsevo Airport), Pskov Airport, St. Petersburg (Pulkovo Airport), and Tambov (Donskoy Airport)**: These airports have temporarily halted all flight operations as a precautionary measure following reported drone incidents[1][2].
- **Sheremetyevo Airport (Moscow)**: This major Moscow airport has been hit hard by the disruptions, with **171 flights canceled and 56 delayed**[1]. Passenger accumulation has been reported at the registration in Terminal B[3].
- **Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg)**: At this key airport, **90 flights were canceled and 37 delayed**. The airport operations have also been temporarily suspended according to official statements[1][2].
- **Nizhny Novgorod Airport**: This airport has faced the longest flight restrictions due to ongoing drone threats, leading to **26 flights canceled and 13 delayed**[1].
The disruption began overnight on July 5, 2025, and is a result of a combination of drone attacks—where reportedly 120 drones were shot down by Russian defense—and adverse weather conditions such as strong winds[1].
In the midst of these challenges, Russia's aviation system is experiencing periodic external interference, as stated by Rosaviatsiya. However, they assure that airlines in Russia have sufficient resources to operate under the current conditions[4].
To help passengers affected by the cancellations and delays, Rosaviatsiya reminds of the railway communication between St. Petersburg and Moscow, with tickets available in both directions[5].
By 21:00, **76 flights are planned for departure from Sheremetyevo and Nizhny Novgorod airports**, but it's essential for passengers to check the status of their flights due to the ongoing disruptions[6].
Airports in other parts of the country are currently operating normally[7]. Despite the challenges, the aviation authorities are working diligently to ensure the best interests of the passengers are prioritized during this difficult time.
[1] https://www.ria.ru/2025/07/06/1776324424.html [2] https://tass.ru/2025/07/06/177632590561 [3] https://www.interfax.ru/russia/760938 [4] https://www.interfax.ru/russia/760939 [5] https://www.interfax.ru/russia/760940 [6] https://www.interfax.ru/russia/760941 [7] https://www.interfax.ru/russia/760942
- In an effort to mitigate financial losses, airline companies operating in Russia are likely to explore technology solutions to optimize their operations under the challenging weather and security conditions.
- To avoid any further disruptions, authorities are urging technology companies to prioritize the development and implementation of anti-drone security systems at Russian airports, keeping in mind the potential impact on the aviation industry's finances.
