# Drone found at German airport after DHL plane collides with object

https://mins.news/en/item/14051

- The Guardian, 2026-08-05 11:37 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/aug/05/drone-german-airport-dhl-cargo-plane-collides-object-leipzig

> A DHL cargo aircraft was forced into an emergency landing after striking an unidentified object while climbing from Leipzig airport in Germany. Police later discovered a drone on the ground. The German government confirmed the incident on Wednesday, saying it caused serious disruption to air traffic. Investigators are examining whether the Leipzig incidents may be connected.

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