IndiGo Kuwait-Delhi Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Ahmedabad After Bomb Threat
An IndiGo flight from Kuwait to Delhi was diverted to Ahmedabad Airport early on Friday after a bomb threat was found onboard, airport officials said. The flight, operating as IndiGo flight 6E 1232, made an emergency landing at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad at around 6.40 am after the crew discovered a threatening note.
Upon finding the note, the pilot informed air traffic control and the flight was diverted to Ahmedabad as a precautionary safety measure, prioritising the wellbeing of passengers and crew.
After passengers were disembarked, security teams including the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), local police, and bomb disposal squads began a comprehensive search of the aircraft cabin, cargo, and luggage.
Authorities are continuing their investigation into how the handwritten threat note got onboard and are examining the nature and origin of the message. Further details about the investigation have not yet been released.
Once security clearance is fully granted, the IndiGo flight is expected to continue its journey to Delhi or be rescheduled to complete its route.
Keeping passengers informed and ensuring their safety remain top priorities in such situations, with airport personnel trained to handle threat scenarios efficiently.
What Triggered the Emergency Landing
The alarm was raised when a handwritten note about a possible bomb and hijack threat was found on a piece of tissue paper inside the aircraft. The note suggested the presence of a bomb, prompting immediate concern from the crew and authorities.Upon finding the note, the pilot informed air traffic control and the flight was diverted to Ahmedabad as a precautionary safety measure, prioritising the wellbeing of passengers and crew.
Safe Landing and Passenger Evacuation
Once the IndiGo flight landed safely in Ahmedabad, all 180 passengers on board were evacuated without panic or injury and moved to a secure area for their safety, according to a police official at the scene.After passengers were disembarked, security teams including the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), local police, and bomb disposal squads began a comprehensive search of the aircraft cabin, cargo, and luggage.
Security Sweep and Ongoing Investigation
Airport and security personnel carried out a thorough security sweep of the aircraft and surrounding areas, following protocol for responses to bomb threat incidents. So far, no suspicious objects have been found during the initial inspection.Authorities are continuing their investigation into how the handwritten threat note got onboard and are examining the nature and origin of the message. Further details about the investigation have not yet been released.
Flight Operations and Next Steps
Despite the emergency landing and heightened security check, Ahmedabad airport operations continued with minimal disruption. Airport officials confirmed that flights resumed normal schedules soon after the completion of procedures related to the threat.Once security clearance is fully granted, the IndiGo flight is expected to continue its journey to Delhi or be rescheduled to complete its route.
Safety and Security Procedures in Bomb Threat Scares
Incidents like this highlight the importance of robust aviation security protocols and swift coordination between flight crews, airport authorities, and security agencies. Standard procedures for bomb threat responses include emergency landings, passenger evacuation, and detailed searches before any aircraft is cleared to fly again.Keeping passengers informed and ensuring their safety remain top priorities in such situations, with airport personnel trained to handle threat scenarios efficiently.
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