AI
Published Jun 17, 2026Updated Jun 191
59%
Gelendzhik Airport Returns to Normal Operations After Temporary Flight Restrictions
Gelendzhik Airport in Krasnodar Krai resumed normal operations on June 17, 2026, after the Federal Aviation Agency lifted temporary flight restrictions. The airport had suspended services twice during the day for safety reasons, but has now returned to regular operations.
Quick Facts
- lifted temporary restrictions on aircraft arrivals and departures
- returned to normal operations
- had suspended flight services twice
- Gelendzhik Airport
- Federal Aviation Agency (Rosaviatsia)
Gelendzhik Airport in Krasnodar Krai resumed normal operations on June 17, 2026, after the Federal Aviation Agency (Rosaviatsia) lifted temporary restrictions on aircraft arrivals and departures. The airport had suspended flight services twice during the day to ensure flight safety, according to the agency's announcement on its official channel.
The decision to remove the restrictions was based on the current safety assessment, allowing the airport to return to its regular schedule. Earlier in the week, the airport had also paused operations for safety reasons, marking a series of temporary halts over the past week.
Passengers and airlines were advised to check with their carriers for any residual schedule adjustments. The swift resumption of normal services indicates that the security measures were precautionary and have been successfully addressed.
The Federal Aviation Agency continues to monitor the situation to maintain the highest safety standards across Russian airports. Gelendzhik Airport, a key regional hub, serves domestic and international flights, particularly popular with tourists visiting the Black Sea coast.
Why This Matters
The prompt resumption of normal operations at Gelendzhik Airport, a key gateway to the Black Sea coast, minimizes travel disruptions for tourists and business travelers. It signals that security concerns were managed effectively, reducing the risk of prolonged flight cancellations or delays that could affect regional connectivity and tourism.
Timeline & Sources
Jun 17, 2026
WireGelendzhik Airport temporarily suspended flight operations twice for safety reasons.
Jun 17, 2026
WireFederal Aviation Agency lifted temporary restrictions; airport returned to normal operations.