The "Carpet" plan was introduced at the Nizhny Novgorod airport due to the threat of UAVs.

      On April 25, 2026, at 23:00 Society In the evening of April 25, the Chkalov Airport in Nizhny Novgorod implemented the "Carpet" plan due to the threat of drone attacks. As reported by Rosaviation, from 22:14 the airport temporarily ceased to accept and send flights. The agency emphasized that the restrictions were introduced to ensure flight safety. Passengers are advised to monitor the current information on the airport's online scoreboard, where all schedule changes are published. Earlier, on the night of April 23, similar measures were already in effect at the airport. At that time, 11 drones were shot down over the industrial zone in Kstovo. As a result of the debris falling, one of the enterprises was damaged, while the residential infrastructure was not affected. NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" has a Telegram channel. Subscribe to stay updated on major events, exclusive materials, and operational information. Copyright © 1999—2025 NIA "Nizhny Novgorod". When reprinting, a hyperlink to NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" is mandatory. This resource may contain materials 18+