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Belgium's Defence Ministry investigates drones over Elsenborn military base, with similar sightings at Munich airport causing flight disruptions.
BRUSSELS (Reuters) -Belgium's Defence Ministry has opened an investigation into several drones flying over the military base at Elsenborn, on the German border, overnight.
"This is the first such incident we are aware of," a ministry spokesperson said on Friday.
An unspecified number of drones flew over the military base and left towards Germany, she said.
Drone sightings also overnight at Germany's Munich airport, some 600 km (380 miles) southeast of Elsenborn, led to the cancellation and diversion of dozens of flights.
(Reporting by Inti Landauro and Charlotte Van Campenhout; Editing by Alison Williams)
A drone is an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) that can be remotely controlled or autonomously operated. Drones are often used for surveillance, delivery, and various other applications.
Air travel refers to the act of traveling by aircraft, such as airplanes or helicopters, to reach a destination. It is a common mode of transportation for long distances.
A military base is a facility owned and operated by a military organization, used for the storage of equipment, training of personnel, and housing of troops.
Flight cancellations occur when an airline decides to cancel a scheduled flight, often due to weather conditions, technical issues, or security concerns, affecting passengers' travel plans.
An investigation is a systematic inquiry or examination into a matter to uncover facts, gather evidence, and determine the truth about an incident or situation.
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