Temporary flight restrictions imposed at Bugulma and Ufa airports

Russia’s Federal Air Transport Agency temporarily restricted arrivals and departures at the airports in Bugulma and Ufa, citing flight safety.

The restrictions apply to both arriving and departing aircraft. Federal Air Transport Agency announced them on the morning of October 8. The agency did not say how long the temporary measures would remain in place.

Ufa’s airport serves the capital of Bashkortostan, while Bugulma is in Tatarstan. The agency’s notice did not say whether specific flights had been affected. Passengers should check schedules and departure status with their airline or airport because operations may change.

Federal Air Transport Agency described the restrictions as a temporary flight-safety measure. At the time of its notice, the agency had not provided a timetable for lifting them.