German law enforcement at Munich Airport has introduced additional airspace security measures by deploying laser equipment near the runway. This installation is designed to detect unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), calculate their distance, and, if necessary, neutralize them. This is a response to a series of drone incidents that have repeatedly disrupted airport operations. This was reported by Bild, citing police actions on October 4, when two police vehicles were installing the device on the northern runway. These steps come amid recent incidents of drones being spotted in the airport area, leading to temporary flight restrictions and delays.

Authorities in Upper Bavaria have convened an emergency meeting of their civil defense headquarters to coordinate their response to potential aerial threats. Details regarding the specific mechanisms that will be deployed to counter drones remain classified, but the Bundeswehr Operations Command has officially confirmed the participation of its units in drone detection and suppression operations. The military is supporting the Bavarian Ministry of the Interior, underscoring the interdepartmental nature of the efforts to protect critical infrastructure.

According to sources, the drones spotted in the airport area are believed to be military in nature, including reconnaissance aircraft, although precise details about their origin have not yet been released.