04 Apr 2024 | 02:59 PM UTC
Denmark: Authorities close Great Belt Strait to aircraft and ships due to malfunctioning missile April 4.
Great Belt Strait, Denmark, closed to aircraft and shipping due to missile malfunction April 4. Great Belt Bridge not affected.
Danish military authorities announced the closure of the Great Belt Strait to maritime traffic and aircraft following a missile malfunction on April 4. The affected area lies approximately 5-7 km (3-4 miles) south of the Great Belt Bridge, which has not been affected. The failure occurred during military exercises in the area.
The closure is expected to last several hours. The strait is one of the world's most important waterways, being the primary route in and out of the Baltic Sea. Significant disruption is unlikely unless the closure is extended. Slight delays to flights to and from Copenhagen International Airport (CPH) and Hans Christian Anderson-Odense Airport (ODE) are possible over the coming hours.
Prepare for possible residual disruptions to maritime transport and shipping if operating via the Great Belt Strait. Adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.
Confirm flight reservations if scheduled to fly via CPH and ODE airports April 4.
