Sheremetyevo Airport Operates Flights Following Approvals
Фото: Валерий Шарифулин/ТАСС
Russia's Federal Air Transport Agency on May 1 reported that Sheremetyevo Airport is functioning by receiving and dispatching flights only after obtaining clearance from authorities. The situation is tightly monitored, with all flights required to follow a mandatory approval process for safety and stability.
On May 1, 2026, Russia's Federal Air Transport Agency (Rosaviatsia) said that Moscow's Sheremetyevo International Airport is operating under agreements with authorities. Specifically, the airport only accepts and dispatches flights after receiving consent from the relevant agencies.
The announcement, made at 06:35 Moscow time on May 1, stated that the operational situation at Sheremetyevo is tightly controlled, with all flights adhering to the necessary approval procedure to ensure safety and stability. No further details about specific routes or the reason for this measure are currently available.
