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Palma Airport Resumes Flights After Reported Drone Sighting Halts Operations

Spain's air navigation manager says operations paused for 35 minutes for safety checks by security teams.

Overview

  • Enaire confirmed a temporary suspension at Palma de Mallorca after multiple crews reported a drone near the runways, then announced flights had restarted.
  • Aena reported that incoming flights were halted for 35 minutes and eight aircraft were diverted, with knock-on delays to evening departures.
  • FlightRadar24 showed the last arrival before the pause at 18:58 local time and diversions to Ibiza, Barcelona and Menorca.
  • Security forces inspected the area under established protocol, and local reports said no suspicious device was found as checks continue.
  • In a separate incident, Air China said a lithium battery ignited in carry-on baggage on Flight CA139, prompting a diversion to Shanghai with no injuries.