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Poland reopens airports in Rzeszow and Lublin after temporary closure

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Posted on January 20, 2026

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· Last updated: January 20, 2026

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WARSAW, Jan 20 (Reuters) - Rzeszow and Lublin airports in eastern Poland reopened on Tuesday morning after they temporarily suspended operations in order to allow military planes to operate freely,

Rzeszow and Lublin Airports in Poland Resume Operations After Closure

Reopening of Airports in Eastern Poland

WARSAW, Jan 20 (Reuters) - Rzeszow and Lublin airports in eastern Poland reopened on Tuesday morning after they temporarily suspended operations in order to allow military planes to operate freely, the Polish Air Navigation Services Agency (PANSA) said.

Reason for Temporary Closure

Military aircraft were conducting routine operations in Poland on Tuesday and there was no threat to Polish airspace, Ewa Zlotnicka, a spokesperson for the Operational Command of the Polish Armed Forces, told private broadcaster TVN24.

Military Operations Overview

She declined to comment on what kind of aircraft were used.

(Reporting by Alan Charlish; Editing by Tom Hogue)

Key Takeaways

  • Rzeszow and Lublin airports in Poland have reopened.
  • Temporary closure was due to military operations.
  • No threat to Polish airspace during the closure.
  • Military aircraft operations were routine.
  • PANSA confirmed the reopening of airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?
The reopening of Rzeszow and Lublin airports in Poland after a temporary closure for military operations.
Why were the airports closed?
They were closed temporarily to allow military planes to operate freely.
Was there a threat to Polish airspace?
No, there was no threat to Polish airspace during the military operations.

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