Ching Chuan Kang Air Force Base suspended aircraft takeoffs and landings on the evening of September 8, 2026, due to drone interference. The Air Force Command stated that drone activity was detected around the perimeter of the airport at 7:37 p.m., posing a threat to flight safety. The base immediately notified the Aviation Police Bureau and flight control units to respond, and suspended all flight operations.
After confirming that the drone had flown out of the restricted airspace, Ching Chuan Kang Base resumed takeoff and landing operations at 8:02 p.m. the same day. According to the Air Force, the temporary suspension affected two civil flights and eight military flights. The Air Force Command emphasized that operating drones within restricted areas is illegal and endangers aviation safety, adding that the case has been referred to the Aviation Police Bureau for investigation.
