Airspace

Moldova’s airspace closure on the night of November 28-29, 2025, highlighted the growing risks facing regional aviation as Russia’s air campaign against Ukraine continues to violate neighboring territories. The Ministry of Defense confirmed that two Gerbera-type drones triggered an emergency shutdown from 22:43 to 23:53 after crossing Moldovan airspace along the Stanislavka-Vărăncău axis en route to Ukraine. The incident resulted in immediate flight diversions, with two inbound aircraft redirected to Romania and one outbound flight held at Chisinau International Airport. The northern sector remained restricted until 23:32, when both drones were confirmed to have exited national territory. No debris or casualties were reported on Moldovan soil.

Venezuela Bans Six International Airlines Following Security Dispute with Washington Venezuela’s National Institute of Civil Aeronautics has revoked operating permits for six major international...

Venezuela’s government has intensified pressure on the aviation industry by demanding international airlines resume flights within 48 hours or forfeit operating privileges in the country. The ultimatum from Venezuela’s National Institute of Civil Aviation (INAC) follows widespread carrier suspensions triggered by a Federal Aviation Administration warning about potentially hazardous conditions in Venezuelan airspace. The FAA advisory, issued in response to escalating US military activity in the southern Caribbean, cited “worsening security conditions and heightened military activity” affecting the Maiquetía Flight Information Region. The notice applies to aircraft “at all altitudes” and warned of possible threats from increased military operations in the region.

NATO fighter jets scrambled across Romania’s airspace on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, in response to an unprecedented drone incursion that penetrated deeper into the country than any previous violation, according to Romanian defense authorities. The breach represents an escalation in a pattern of airspace violations that have intensified along NATO’s eastern flank in recent months. The incident began when radar operators detected a drone entering Romanian territory along the country’s southeastern border with Ukraine. German Eurofighter jets on NATO air-policing duty were immediately dispatched, followed by two Romanian F-16 fighters after a second unmanned aircraft was tracked moving further inland. The drones traversed multiple counties—first Tulcea, then Galati, and appeared to be heading toward Vrancea County, which does not share a direct border with Ukraine.