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Posted on April 15, 2026

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WARSAW, April 15 (Reuters) - Poland has reopened airports in Rzeszow and Lublin after they were temporarily closed because of military aviation operations, the Polish Air Navigation Services Agency (

Two Major Polish Airports Reopen After Temporary Military Closure

Polish Airports Resume Operations Following Military Activity

Background on the Temporary Closures

WARSAW, April 15 (Reuters) - Poland has reopened airports in Rzeszow and Lublin after they were temporarily closed because of military aviation operations, the Polish Air Navigation Services Agency (PANSA) said on Wednesday.

Military Aviation Operations in Polish Airspace

The Polish army said earlier on Wednesday evening that military aviation operations began in the country's airspace due to strikes by the Russian Federation's long-range air forces on Ukrainian territory.

Reporting and Sources

(Reporting by Marek Strzelecki)

Key Takeaways

  • Rzeszów–Jasionka and Lublin airports, near the Ukrainian border, had temporarily suspended operations to facilitate freedom of action for military and allied aircraft amid Russian long‑range strikes on Ukraine (aviation24.be)
  • PANSA confirmed that the military aviation operation concluded and civilian flights resumed within hours, emphasizing the measure was precautionary and posed no threat to Polish airspace (aviation24.be)
  • These closures reflect Poland’s routine preventive posture in response to regional tensions, underscoring its role as a NATO logistics hub supporting Ukraine, particularly through Rzeszów airport (timeslive.co.za)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why were Rzeszow and Lublin airports closed?
The airports were temporarily closed due to military aviation operations in Polish airspace.
Which organization announced the reopening of the airports?
The Polish Air Navigation Services Agency (PANSA) announced the reopening.
What triggered the military aviation operations in Poland?
Military operations began following Russian long-range air strikes on Ukrainian territory.
When did the Polish army initiate military aviation operations?
The military aviation operations were initiated on Wednesday evening.
Are Rzeszow and Lublin airports currently open?
Yes, both airports have resumed normal operations.

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