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Wright-Patterson closes airspace after drone sightings

When: 13 Dec 2024
Where: Wright-Patterson AFB, OH
Sources: 3 public sources

Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, which closed its airspace after drone sightings Nyttend, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio closed its airspace for about four hours after small drones were seen near and over the base late on Dec. 13, 2024. The 88th Air Base Wing said they did not affect base residents, facilities or assets. It came amid a wave of drone reports in several states.

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PressWright-Patt's airspace briefly shut down because of drone activity (opens in a new tab)WOSU Public Media (WVXU) / 2024-12-15
PressSmall Drone Incursions at Air Force Bases in Utah, Ohio, Germany (opens in a new tab)Air & Space Forces Magazine / 2024-12
PressDrone Incursions Closed Wright-Patterson Air Force Base's Airspace Friday Night (opens in a new tab)The War Zone / 2024-12-14

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