Interministerial Drone Assessment Unit: Situation UpdatePublication date19.09.2026On the evening of 18 September 2026, Luxembourg Airport temporarily suspended flight operations following the visual sighting of unidentified and unauthorized drones within the airspace over Findel.
On the evening of 18 September 2026, Luxembourg Airport temporarily suspended flight operations following the visual sighting of unidentified and unauthorized drones within the airspace over Findel.
As a precautionary measure and in accordance with established safety protocols, the airspace was immediately closed to ensure the safety of passengers, flight crews, airport personnel and aircraft. A total of 19 flights were diverted to other airports.
Following two inspections that ruled out any immediate risk to aviation safety, airport operations resumed at approximately 1:20 a.m.
In response to the incident, the Interministerial Drone Assessment Unit convened to assess the situation and consider appropriate follow-up measures.
The Prime Minister subsequently convened the competent ministers, namely Minister for Defence, Mobility and Public Works Yuriko Backes and Minister for Home Affairs Léon Gloden, together with the relevant authorities and services.
To gather additional information, the Government and the competent authorities are continuing their exchanges with counterparts in neighbouring countries.
At this stage, the information available does not allow for definitive conclusions to be drawn. The competent authorities are continuing to analyse all information collected and to carry out the necessary checks in close cooperation with their international partners.
As part of their prevention and vigilance responsibilities, the authorities are implementing appropriate follow-up and awareness-raising measures among the stakeholders concerned.
The Government is closely monitoring developments and remains fully mobilised to ensure the safety and security of the population.
For reasons related to security and the proper conduct of the ongoing investigations, no further details can be disclosed at this stage.
The Government thanks all those involved for their responsiveness, professionalism and cooperation in accordance with established protocols.
Press release issued by the Interministerial Drone Assessment Cell