Russia: Flight disruptions likely at Moscow's Domodedovo International Airport due to security incident Aug. 28

Event

Flights at Moscow's Domodedovo International Airport (DME) are likely disrupted Aug. 28 due to an ongoing security incident. According to reports, an anonymous bomb threat was made against an aircraft set to depart on a domestic flight for Geledzhik. Authorities have kept the plane grounded and are conducting a search of the aircraft. Further details are unavailable.

The degree to which flights are disrupted is currently unclear; however, delays are likely. Residual disruptions could persist for several hours after flight services fully resume. Increased security checks are also possible in and around DME through Aug. 28.

Advice

Confirm airport status before travel to DME Aug. 28.