Baku: Flights from Kazan and Moscow to Dubai were rerouted to Heydar Aliyev International Airport in Baku due to regional airspace restrictions. The captains of the Flydubai aircraft requested permission for this alternate landing, ensuring the safety of all passengers and crew.

According to Azeri-Press News Agency, the Kazan-Dubai flight landed safely at 11:25 local time, followed by the Moscow-Dubai flight at 11:43 local time. The landing procedures adhered strictly to international civil aviation standards and safety protocols.

Heydar Aliyev International Airport is well-equipped to handle such diversions, maintaining its role as a dependable alternate airport in the regional air transport network. The airport's operational infrastructure is designed to accommodate alternate and transit flights efficiently.