Finland restricted flight operations over the eastern portion of the Gulf of Finland on October 16 as the attacks unfolded. Regional aviation remained disrupted while Russian defense services responded to the drones targeting locations across the city.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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Ukrainian Drones Close St. Petersburg Airspace
War5 days ago
Russian commercial flights are diverting or circling in holding patterns after Ukrainian attack drones targeted sites in St. Petersburg on Friday. FlightRadar24 data shows the city's airspace has been closed as a result of the strikes, which began in the early morning hours, forcing aircraft to avoid the city or seek alternative destinations.
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