Temporary airspace restrictions in effect at Russia’s Sheremetyevo Airport

Sheremetyevo Airport has implemented temporary restrictions on its surrounding airspace following the activation of the “Kover” signal, the airport’s press service reported, according to Caliber.Az.

“Departures of aircraft have been temporarily suspended. The airport continues to handle arrivals. Passenger services in the terminals are ongoing,” the statement said.

The airport urged passengers to be prepared for longer waiting times at check-in and boarding due to the security measures being implemented.

By Vugar Khalilov