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Belgium Begins Reopening Airspace After Drone Sightings Halted Flights

Authorities are investigating reports of several drones near major airports to establish their number and origin.

Overview

  • Brussels Airport suspended all traffic Tuesday night after drones were reported overhead, according to operator Skeyes.
  • Liège Airport also halted operations, and its spokesperson told RTBF that Belgium’s airspace was closed nationwide.
  • Operations began to resume around 9:30 p.m. local time, with airports cautioning that delays would persist.
  • Several inbound flights were diverted to nearby airports, including Maastricht in the Netherlands.
  • Officials have not confirmed how many drones were involved or their source, and the investigation is ongoing.