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Drones Disrupt 54 Flights at Danang Airport During Holidays

2/24/2026

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Unauthorized drones disrupted operations at Danang International Airport during the Lunar New Year holiday, affecting 54 flights, per Thanh Nien newspaper.
Two incidents last week caused delays and forced flights into holding patterns as drones flew dangerously close to aircraft.
Vietnam prohibits private drone use and restricts high-intensity lighting near airports.
Danang serves as the main aviation hub for central Vietnam, managing over 300 flights daily during peak holiday periods.

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Unauthorized drones disrupted operations at Danang International Airport during the Lunar New Year holiday, affecting 54 flights, per Thanh Nien newspaper.
Two incidents last week caused delays and forced flights into holding patterns as drones flew dangerously close to aircraft.
Vietnam prohibits private drone use and restricts high-intensity lighting near airports.
Danang serves as the main aviation hub for central Vietnam, managing over 300 flights daily during peak holiday periods.