Jersey Airport hit by second night of drone disruptions
Unauthorised drones force four flights to divert from Channel Islands airport as passengers face cancellations and delays.
At a glance
- Four incoming flights diverted on Saturday due to unauthorised drone activity
- Police reported two or three drones in restricted airspace
- Second consecutive night of disruptions after Friday sightings
- Activity not believed to be terrorism-related
Jersey Airport experienced a second consecutive evening of flight disruption on Saturday after unauthorised drones were reported in restricted airspace near the airfield. Four incoming flights were unable to land as scheduled, with airlines arranging alternative travel for affected passengers.
Police said they believed two or three drones had entered the restricted zone. The activity was not thought to be linked to terrorism. The disruption followed similar drone sightings on Friday evening, when three flights were diverted and one later landed safely.
Why it matters
Drone incursions at airports pose safety risks to aircraft and passengers, prompting coordinated responses from multiple agencies.
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