A security official in Sana'a International Airport told Yemen Post that gunmen loyal to Mohammed Saleh, ousted commander of the air force, forced themselves inside the airport and closed it down.
The official said the gunmen were numbered in the dozens and said they were loyal to Saleh.
A security official expected the gunmen to evacuate the airport within hours saying they wanted to send a message and not occupy the airport.
President Hadi issued a decree earlier this month releasing Saleh from his post, but he rejected the decree and insists in staying in power.
It is worth mentioning that Mohammed Saleh is the brother of ousted Yemen president Ali Abdullah Saleh, who left power in a international backed power transfer deal granting him complete immunity.