Moldova Set a Record for the Number of Flights in a Single Day
Moldova set a new all-time record in aviation, recording 186 arrivals and departures in a single day
Civil aviation
Moldova Railways has begun the procurement process for the reconstruction of the Iași–Ungheni line
"Moldova Railways" announced a contract for the design and construction of the Iasi–Ungheni railway line reconstruction project, which will be electrified
Antalya and Istanbul were the most popular destinations from Chișinău Airport in August
In August, passenger traffic at Chisinau Airport increased significantly, and among international destinations, resort and transit routes once again stood out. At the same time, some popular flights showed mixed trends, and the monthly on-time performance statistics contain details that may be important for evaluating the performance of the airport and the airlines.
Passenger traffic at Chișinău Airport rose by 12.6% in August
Passenger traffic at Chișinău Airport in August totaled 853,161 people, an increase of 12.6% (95,377 passengers) compared to the same period in 2025.
Moldova Is Modernizing Its Rules for Investigating Traffic Accidents and Incidents
Moldova is preparing to update the rules for investigating accidents and incidents involving various modes of transportation: Parliament has already approved the relevant bill on its first reading. The bill is intended to strengthen the independence of the relevant agency, more clearly separate technical investigations from legal proceedings, and introduce new approaches to the publication of safety findings and recommendations.
Moldova has approved rules for drone flights in U-space zones
Moldova has approved a new framework for drone operations in designated U-space airspace, setting out how unmanned aircraft will be managed alongside manned flights. The rules are expected to support the expansion of commercial drone services while aligning the country's civil aviation regulations with EU standards.
Moldova will adopt the Single European Sky regulations starting in 2028
Moldova has approved new air traffic control rules that will prepare the country's aviation sector for gradual integration into the European air traffic management system. The changes are expected to reshape how airspace is managed and how key aviation services are organized, with implementation set for the end of 2028.
Access to the terminal at Chisinau Airport will be temporarily restricted from August 27 through 31
Access to the terminal at Chisinau Airport will be restricted from August 27 through 31
Moldova is updating its rules for drone flights in cities and near critical infrastructure
The Moldovan government has approved new rules for drone flights in cities, over crowds, and near critical infrastructure. The document introduces stricter requirements for the inspection, maintenance, and control of drones, and also provides for new oversight mechanisms and digital record-keeping for operators in a number of industries.
SkyUp will expand its summer schedule from Chișinău with 11 new flights
SkyUp Airlines has expanded its flight schedule from Chișinău, and during the 2027 summer season, it will operate 11 new flights
Gazebos have been installed at Chisinau Airport, and the results of the free bus project from Revaci will be summarized
Chișinău Airport has introduced new passenger facilities and is testing a temporary transport solution aimed at easing access to the terminal for travelers arriving from Ukraine. The pilot project will be assessed later this month, when airport officials are expected to present the first results and decide whether the route should be continued.
Moldova and France Will Strengthen Cooperation in Investigating Aviation Incidents
Moldova and France will cooperate in the investigation of aviation accidents and incidents
In Moldova, 1.2 million lei were refunded to airline passengers over a six-month period
In Moldova, the total amount of funds paid out to or refunded to airline passengers in the first half of 2026 was 1.2 million lei
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