STOCKHOLM — Air traffic at Norway’s main gateway was briefly disrupted overnight after reports of drones circling near Oslo Airport, according to Norwegian news agency NTB.
Police said they were alerted around midnight when a Norwegian Air pilot reported seeing what appeared to be three to five drones during his approach to the runway. The sighting prompted aviation authorities to pause landings and divert several incoming flights as a precaution.
By the early hours of Monday, operations had returned to normal, though officials stressed the observation had not yet been verified. “We take every such report seriously,” police told local media, noting that even an unconfirmed drone sighting can pose risks to passenger safety.
The incident adds to a series of drone-related disruptions across Europe’s airports in recent weeks. In late September, both Copenhagen and Munich faced delays after suspected drone incursions near their airspace, underscoring the growing challenge authorities face in policing skies against unauthorized unmanned aircraft.
Oslo Airport, Scandinavia’s second-busiest hub, handles millions of travelers each year and is a key connection point for both domestic and international flights. While no injuries or damage were reported, the brief suspension highlights how even fleeting drone activity can ripple through Europe’s crowded air corridors.
