Multiple Russian Airports Suspend Flights Amid Restrictions
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Russian authorities imposed flight restrictions at Nizhny Novgorod airport on May 12, suspending its service along with several other regional airports. These restrictions disrupt air travel and cargo transport across central Russia, affecting passengers and businesses relying on these routes. It remains uncertain whether the restrictions will be lifted soon or extended further.
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- •Flight restrictions at Nizhny Novgorod airport began on May 12, 2026.
- •Kazan and Nizhnekamsk airports also stopped servicing flights starting May 12.
- •Cheboksary and Ulyanovsk airports suspended flights on the same date.
- •Flight restrictions at Orenburg and Orsk airports were lifted by May 12, 2026.
- •Vnukovo and Domodedovo airports in Moscow had their flight restrictions lifted by May 15, 2026.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Russian authorities lift restrictions at Nizhny Novgorod airport soon regional air travel and cargo movement will resume, easing disruptions for passengers and businesses in central Russia.
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