Turkish F-16 fighters scramble after drones cross into Estonia’s airspace

On September 1, 2026, Turkish Air Force F-16 fighter jets were dispatched from Ämari Air Base in Estonia to intercept unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The deployment occurred following the reported crossing of multiple drones into Estonian airspace. Initial reports indicated that several F-16 aircraft responded to the alert at approximately 03:58 local time. This action was taken as a precautionary measure to safeguard national security interests within the Baltic region. Estonian authorities confirmed the incident and are currently assessing the situation with NATO allies.