Stuck. Russian tennis player complains about problems with air traffic.

Tennis player Elena Vesnina shared her frustration over air transportation issues in Moscow. She posted her feelings on her Instagram, asking her followers if anyone had flown out of 'Sheremetyevo'.

"Stuck at the airport. All flights are delayed for a day. Did anyone fly out yesterday evening or this morning from 'Sheremetyevo' anywhere?" - Vesnina wrote on her Instagram.

It is important to note that Vesnina had previously supported information about Russia's invasion of Ukraine, liking posts on Instagram.

Causes and consequences of air travel issues in Moscow

On July 5-6, more than 250 flights were canceled and over 270 were delayed at 'Sheremetyevo', 'Pulkovo', and 'Strigino'. Approximately 4-6 billion rubles were lost due to such chaos on the first day, and over the weekend, total losses for airlines could reach 20 billion rubles.

Restrictions in airspace on July 5-6 led to the cancellation of flights by airlines, affecting several cities, including Moscow and St. Petersburg.

Since the beginning of 2023, Russian airports have been closed at least 217 times due to drone threat, which has already caused billion-dollar losses for airlines. The number of instances of the 'Carpet' plan used in 2025 exceeded the previous two years combined.

It is also worth noting that the 'Kerch' airfield in Crimea became military in March 2025 after a temporary occupation by terrorists.

Overall, the problems in Moscow's airports have led to significant losses for both airlines and passengers, causing serious dissatisfaction and frustration on social media.

Tennis player Elena Vesnina expressed her disappointment over air transportation issues, flight delays, and losses occurring at Moscow's airports. These problems not only negatively impact airline operations but also create serious difficulties for travelers and passengers throughout the region. Additionally, political aspects, such as support for actions by Russia in Ukraine, may influence the perception of the situation at the very stand and the train station.