Bomb Threat Kerala Airport: Air India Flight Prompted Full Emergency at Thiruvananthapuram 2024 updates
Bomb Threat Kerala Airport: A full emergency was declared at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport on Thursday following a bomb threat aboard Air India flight AI657, which had departed from Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. According to reports, the threat was communicated by the pilot as the aircraft approached Thiruvananthapuram.
Evacuation and Safety Measures
The flight, carrying 135 passengers, landed safely around 8 am and was directed to an isolation bay for security checks. Passengers were evacuated by 8:44 am, and the airport confirmed that there was no impact on life and operations remained uninterrupted.
The airport’s official statement noted that the bomb threat was reported at 7:30 am, leading to the emergency declaration at 7:36 am. The situation was managed swiftly, with authorities ensuring the safety of everyone on board.
Comparison to Previous Incidents
This incident follows a similar bomb threat that occurred in June involving a Vistara flight from Paris to Mumbai, which also prompted a full emergency alert at Mumbai Airport. That incident involved a handwritten note found on board, which heightened concerns about security in the aviation sector.
Growing Security Concerns
These recent events come amid a surge in bomb threats targeting various public places, including airports, schools, and malls across India. Authorities are actively investigating the origins of these threats to ensure passenger safety and maintain security standards in the aviation industry. Further information regarding the bomb threat on the Air India flight is still pending, with officials committed to providing updates as the investigation unfolds.
