12 Sep 2018 | 10:17 AM UTC
Serbia: Belgrade Airport closed September 12
Nikola Tesla International Airport (BEG) in Belgrade closed following a landing incident on September 12; flight disruptions possible throughout the day
Event
Belgrade's Nikola Tesla International Airport (BEG) has been closed since the morning of Wednesday, September 12, after an Egyptair jet landed with burst tires, blocking the runway. Numerous incoming flights have been diverted to airports in Nis (Serbia) and Budapest (Hungary). Flight operations may remain suspended throughout the day and it remains unclear when the airport is expected to reopen.
Advice
Travelers are advised to monitor the situation and contact their airlines for more information.
