Police continue monitoring Prague Airport after anonymous drone threat

Police at Prague’s Vaclav Havel International Airport reported no drones were detected overnight following an anonymous warning, though heightened security measures remain in place and authorities are actively searching for the caller. Airport operations continued without disruption.

The incident comes amid a wave of drone sightings across Europe that have temporarily grounded flights and caused delays, highlighting potential risks to air travel safety and daily commuting schedules. Travelers, airport staff, and residents near the airport remain under alert, although authorities say the immediate risk appears low.

Authorities said a high number of police officers, in cooperation with the army, are involved in a large-scale operation to monitor the airport. “During the night, the person repeatedly called; however, we did not find any drones at the announced times,” the police said on X. They added that precautions will continue while the caller remains unidentified.

Security forces said they were prepared to close airspace and access roads if necessary, but no such measures were required. Airport management confirmed that all scheduled flights proceeded as planned, emphasizing that passenger safety remains a priority.

While no flights were affected, repeated drone threats in Europe have disrupted thousands of passengers recently, showing how quickly air travel can be affected. Such disruptions can ripple into daily life, affecting commuting options, travel plans, and costs for accommodations and transport. Travelers are advised to monitor flight schedules closely.

The incident in Prague follows similar drone sightings at German, Danish, and Belgian airports. At Munich Airport, drones over runways forced closures for several hours on Thursday and Friday, affecting more than 6,500 passengers, according to German authorities. Copenhagen and Aalborg airports in Denmark also suspended operations temporarily due to drone activity.

Officials have yet to link these events to specific actors, though authorities continue investigating patterns in recent drone sightings. The trend has prompted discussions on stronger legal measures and technological responses across Europe to secure airspace.

Czech police have emphasized a proactive approach, combining local and military resources to ensure the airport remains secure. Authorities encourage the public to report suspicious activity and say investigations into the source of the anonymous calls are ongoing.

Airport officials maintain that operations will continue as normal unless a credible threat emerges. Travelers are advised to check airlines for updates, follow official announcements from the airport and police, and remain alert to notifications affecting access or flight schedules.