Munich Airport in Germany was temporarily closed overnight on October 2 due to multiple drone sightings in restricted airspace. This incident resulted in the cancellation or diversion of at least 17 flights and stranded approximately 3,000 passengers.
Operations at the airport resumed on the morning of October 3 following investigations conducted by police and helicopter units. This event is part of a growing trend of disruptions at European airports caused by unauthorized drones.
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