Full Emergency at Thiruvananthapuram Airport as Air India Flight Receives Bomb Threat
New Delhi: A full emergency was declared at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport on Thursday following a bomb threat on an Air India flight arriving from Mumbai, according to airport sources. The incident has raised concerns and prompted swift action from airport authorities.
The Air India flight landed safely at the Thiruvananthapuram airport around 8:00 AM. Upon receiving the bomb threat, the flight was immediately directed to an isolation bay, away from the main terminal and other aircraft, to minimize potential risks.
Airport security, along with bomb disposal squads, were promptly alerted and have taken charge of the situation. The passengers on board are being evacuated as a precautionary measure. As of now, there have been no reports of injuries or panic among the passengers. The evacuation process is being conducted in a calm and orderly manner, ensuring the safety of all those on board.
Authorities are conducting thorough checks on the aircraft and its surroundings to verify the authenticity of the threat. The situation remains under control, but the airport has heightened security measures in place. Additional screenings and security checks are being carried out on other flights and passengers at the airport as a preventive measure.
The incident has caused some disruption to the airport’s regular operations, with certain flights being delayed or rerouted. However, airport officials have assured the public that they are taking every possible step to ensure safety and resolve the situation as quickly as possible. Further updates are awaited as the investigation continues.
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