(KYIV) – Ukraine has established a working group to prepare for the resumption of operations at its airports, as authorities move towards restoring civilian air traffic under wartime conditions.
The Ministry of Communities and Territories Development approved the group under Order No. 511 dated March 13, 2026. The decision formalises efforts to assess conditions and develop recommendations for reopening Ukrainian airspace to civil aviation.
The order states that the group has been created to prepare proposals for the ministry’s leadership on measures required to resume civilian flights and ensure the protection of critical infrastructure in the aviation sector.
According to the ministry, the working group will hold meetings to develop recommendations and submit them for consideration by senior officials overseeing infrastructure and transport policy.
The group is chaired by Deputy Minister Serhii Derkach. Its members include representatives from key state institutions and the aviation sector, including the State Emergency Service, the State Aviation Service, the Ministry of Defence, and the Security Service of Ukraine.
Participants also include senior executives from major airports and aviation bodies. These include the general directors of Boryspil International Airport and Kyiv International Airport, as well as the head of Ukraine’s air traffic services enterprise, Ukraerorukh. Representatives responsible for civil protection, fire safety, aviation infrastructure, and digital development are also part of the group.
Officials from the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the Ministry of Defence are involved in an advisory capacity, reflecting the security considerations linked to reopening airspace during Russia’s ongoing invasion.
The ministry said the group will focus on developing coordinated measures to ensure flight safety and protect aviation infrastructure. This includes assessing risks to airports, air traffic systems, and related facilities.
Authorities note that the resumption of airport operations will depend on meeting strict safety requirements for civil aviation. Key factors include the condition of infrastructure, the operational capacity of terminals, and the availability of qualified personnel.
The timing of any reopening will also depend on broader security conditions, including the ability to safeguard airspace from ongoing threats linked to the war.
