Ukraine war: How Ukraine plans to – and maybe can – cripple Russia's civilian air traffic
President Volodymyr Zelensky warns against flights in and over Russia due to massive drone use. How are Lufthansa's competitors in the Persian Gulf reacting?
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has warned airlines to avoid Russian airspace, citing increased drone attacks. He stated that the number of drones used against Ukraine would be increased from 300 to 1000 daily, making the Russian sky "completely dangerous". Some airlines, including Pegasus Airlines and Flydubai, have responded by adjusting their routes or grounding flights to Moscow.
However, major carriers such as Qatar Airways, Emirates, and Turkish Airlines have stated that they prioritize passenger safety and continuously assess the situation, but have not announced plans to avoid Russian airspace. The Russian aviation authority has temporarily restricted night traffic at several Moscow airports.
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