Drone Incidents at German Airports Cost Aviation Millions in 2025 (heise.de)

• 226 drone events reported to LBA in 2025, 116 disruptions at 25 airports
• Worst incidents: Frankfurt (July) and Munich (October) with multi-day restrictions
• Economic damage: at least €60 million, up to €160 million with follow-on costs
• Authorities suspect deliberate acts by intelligence or terrorist groups

"Drone incidents at German airports surged in 2025, with 226 events reported to the German aviation authority. Of these, 116 caused relevant disruptions at 25 airports. The German Aerospace Center (DLR) estimates economic damage at least €60 million, up to €160 million including follow-on costs. Major incidents occurred in Frankfurt (July) and Munich (October), the latter disrupting operations for days. Authorities suspect both hobbyist ignorance and deliberate acts by intelligence or terrorist groups."