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Air defences shoot down a drone over Penza
Russian air defences shot down a drone over Penza early on Friday, October 30, according to regional governor Oleg Melnichenko.
Residents of Penza and nearby Zarechny reported loud bangs that woke them, but the reports did not establish their cause.
The regional authorities had announced a drone danger alert, and temporary restrictions on flights in and out of Penza were reported from 2 a.m.
The governor said nobody was injured and no damage was reported.
He urged people to call 112 if they see a drone or find debris, and warned them not to approach or touch debris.
The reports give no further details about the drone or any next steps.
Russian air defences shot down a drone over Penza on the night of October 30, Governor Oleg Melnichenko said.
Preliminary information indicated there were no casualties or damage.
Residents reported hearing loud bangs, and the region declared a drone danger alert.
Temporary restrictions on aircraft arrivals and departures at Penza were reported from 2 a.m.
- Who
- Russian air defence forces shot down the drone, according to Governor Oleg Melnichenko.
- What
- A drone was brought down over Penza. Preliminary information indicated no casualties or damage.
- When
- The night of October 30, 2026.
- Where
- Over Penza, in Russia’s Penza region.
- Why
- Not stated.
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Temporary restrictions on aircraft arrivals and departures at Penza were reported.
The Penza region declared a drone danger alert.
Residents reported hearing a loud noise in Penza.
Melnichenko said air defences had shot down a drone over Penza.
- Incident date
- October 30, 2026
- Location
- Penza, Penza region
- Air defence report
- Governor Oleg Melnichenko said a drone was shot down
- Casualties and damage
- None reported in preliminary information
- Regional alert
- Drone danger alert declared at 2:51 a.m.
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What people are saying
If you see a drone in the air or find wreckage, report it by calling 112. Do not approach the wreckage, especially do not touch it — it is dangerous.