Drones cause delays for dozens of flights at Vietnam airport
State media in Vietnam reported that unauthorised drones disrupted more than 50 flights at Danang international airport during the busy Lunar New Year holiday. Two incidents last week led to flights being delayed or forced into holding patterns after drones were detected near aircraft. It remains unclear who was responsible for operating the drones or how close they came to the planes. Danang airport is a major aviation hub in central Vietnam, especially during peak holiday seasons.
What we know
- More than 50 flights at Danang international airport were disrupted by unauthorised drones.
- Two separate incidents last week caused delays and forced some flights into holding patterns.
- Authorities have not identified the drone operators or the exact proximity to aircraft.
- Danang airport handles over 300 flights per day during peak holiday periods.
- Private use of drones and high-intensity lighting is banned around Vietnamese airports.
