A plane flying the Istanbul–Chisinau route had to return to Turkey after failing to land at Chisinau International Airport. Witnesses said the aircraft made two unsuccessful landing attempts due to strong winds.
Journalist Adrian Prodan, who was on board, shared the experience on social media: “The scariest day for me and the plane with 160 passengers on board (…). After about an hour of circling over Moldova, our plane turned back. We don’t know the exact reason. We’re safe now.”
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The State Hydrometeorological Service had issued wind warnings across the country for Thursday, April 10, between 11:00 and 22:00. Wind gusts reached speeds of 15–20 m/s, conditions that can compromise flight safety.
Meteorologists also warn of nighttime frost expected between April 10–13, with temperatures dropping to –5°C in some regions. In this context, Chisinau City Hall urges residents to avoid areas with old trees and to be cautious in traffic.