The sky was closed over St. Petersburg

Temporary restrictions on the reception and release of aircraft were introduced at St. Petersburg Pulkovo airport on the night of October 18. Rosaviatsia reported this.

Measures are necessary to ensure flight safety. Other details are not given.

Previously, restrictions were in force at Vnukovo, Domodedovo, Pskov and Cherepovets airports.

Meanwhile, air defense forces shot down 11 drones flying to Moscow. This was reported by Mayor Sergei Sobyanin. Earlier on Saturday, the total number of drones shot down on approach to the capital reached 195.

Passengers are advised to check the status of flights with airlines. The situation is under the control of operational services.

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