On Friday evening, just before the change of day, Tallinn Airport was notified about a drone flying over the Lasnamäe district. The situation, reported by local media outlets such as Postimees and Delfi, was assessed to pose a potential danger to the air traffic, prompting the temporary closure of airspace surrounding the airport. This led to disruptions for three arriving flights, two of which had to circle the airport, while one was redirected to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in Finland.

The incident lasted approximately 20 minutes, indicating a swift response from authorities. The police were alerted to the presence of the drone at 11:52 PM on Friday evening, informing air traffic control about the unauthorized drone that had escaped from a private user. Following the alert, law enforcement was able to locate the drone, which had ultimately landed in a tree near the airport, minimizing further disruption.

This occurrence highlights ongoing concerns regarding drone operations in proximity to commercial airports, raising questions about regulations for drone usage in urban areas. The quick resolution of the situation allowed normal operations to resume at the airport, but it underscores the need for greater awareness and regulation to prevent future incidents that could pose risks to aircraft safety.