Multiple Russian Airports Suspend Flights Amid Operational Restrictions
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Pulkovo Airport in Saint Petersburg has switched to flight operations by coordination mode, imposing temporary restrictions on flights. This adds to recent suspensions and limitations at several Russian airports, disrupting air travel and airline schedules across the country. The reasons for these restrictions remain unclear, raising questions about the duration and scope of the operational changes.
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- •On April 7, 2026, Pulkovo Airport implemented temporary flight restrictions and moved to coordination mode.
- •Krasnodar Airport also imposed temporary restrictions as of April 6, 2026.
- •Cherepovets Airport suspended operations on April 6, 2026, but restrictions were lifted there by April 7, 2026.
- •Kirov Airport introduced temporary flight limitations on April 7, 2026.
- •These restrictions follow earlier suspensions at Yaroslavl and Tambov airports reported on April 6, 2026.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Pulkovo Airport lifts its temporary restrictions quickly air travel in Saint Petersburg and surrounding regions could resume normal schedules, easing disruptions for passengers and airlines.
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