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Bomb Threats at Mumbai Airport: Air India Flight Diverted, 2 IndiGo Planes Taken to Isolation Bay
Published : Oct 14, 2024, 1:09 pm IST
Updated : Oct 14, 2024, 1:09 pm IST
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Bomb Threats at Mumbai Airport: Air India Flight Diverted, 2 IndiGo Planes Taken to Isolation Bay
Bomb Threats at Mumbai Airport: Air India Flight Diverted, 2 IndiGo Planes Taken to Isolation Bay

Security agencies are investigating the source of the bomb threats.

Bomb Threats at Mumbai Airport Today, Air India and Indigo Flights Latest News: On Monday, three flights departing from Mumbai Airport—one Air India and two IndiGo planes—received bomb threats, prompting swift action from authorities. According to the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS), the affected flights included Air India flight AI 119 and IndiGo flights 6E1275 and 6E56.

Air India Flight Diverted

Air India flight AI 119, bound for John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York, received a bomb threat just before departure. As a precautionary measure, the flight was diverted to Delhi Airport. Passengers were deplaned, and thorough security checks were conducted to ensure their safety.

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IndiGo Flights Taken to Isolation Bay

IndiGo's Mumbai-Muscat flight 6E1275 and Mumbai-Jeddah flight 6E56 also received bomb threats. Both aircraft were immediately moved to isolation bays at Mumbai Airport. Security teams conducted extensive inspections of the planes, baggage, and cargo to rule out any potential threats.

Authorities Implement Standard Protocols

The BCAS confirmed that standard operating procedures were followed meticulously. Mandatory security checks were initiated without delay to ensure the safety of passengers and crew members. "All necessary actions as per the security protocol have been taken," stated a BCAS official.

At the time of reporting, one of the IndiGo flights had been cleared and allowed to proceed with its journey. The other two flights were awaiting clearance pending the completion of security procedures.

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Ongoing Investigations

Security agencies are investigating the source of the bomb threats to determine their credibility and identify those responsible. Such threats are taken very seriously, given the potential risks involved.

Passenger Safety a Top Priority

Airport authorities have assured passengers that their safety is of utmost importance. Flights will only be cleared for departure once all security checks have been satisfactorily completed.

 

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