News Black Bear Iwate Hanamaki Airport, Iwate Nov 12, 2025, 01:05 PM

Description

At around 13:05 on November 12, a single bear cub was spotted near the east retention pond and apron at Iwate Hanamaki Airport in Hanamaki, Iwate Prefecture, prompting a temporary runway closure and suspension of takeoffs/landings. Police officers and airport staff searched; there were no injuries or property damage, the cub moved to a waterway outside the airport, and the closure was lifted at 14:30.

Note: Official sources provide information in Japanese only. This description has been machine translated for your convenience.

Summary

On November 12 at Iwate Hanamaki Airport a bear cub was sighted near the apron and an eastern retention pond, prompting a temporary runway closure and grounding of flights. Police and airport staff conducted checks; there were no injuries or damage, the cub moved to a waterway outside the airport, and the closure was lifted at 14:30.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 01:05 PM

Address

Coordinates

39.421447, 141.138549

Sources