Threat of Hijacking Disrupts Air India Flight from Kolkata to Mumbai
An Air India flight faced a hijacking threat at Kolkata Airport, prompting immediate security measures and passenger evacuation.
Kolkata, November 11 (Daily Kiran) : An Air India flight scheduled to depart from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata to Mumbai received a hijacking threat, causing considerable alarm. The incident unfolded as the aircraft was preparing for takeoff, prompting the pilot to alert air traffic control (ATC) immediately.
Following the threat, the plane was redirected to an isolation bay where security personnel conducted a thorough search. So far, no suspicious items have been found. The airport administration has not yet released an official statement regarding the incident.
According to sources, the flight, carrying 92 passengers, was waiting for takeoff when the pilot discovered a note in the aircraft’s restroom warning of a potential hijacking. In compliance with ATC instructions, the pilot moved the plane to the designated isolation area. Passengers were safely evacuated and taken to a secure location. Many appeared visibly shaken by the incident.
This is not the first security scare at Kolkata Airport. Last month, there were two false bomb threats. On October 23, a bomb threat was found written on tissue paper, followed by another threat discovered on the mirror of a restroom in an IndiGo flight arriving from Phuket on October 24. In both cases, thorough investigations revealed that the threats were unfounded.
The ongoing security concerns at the airport highlight the need for vigilance as authorities continue to monitor the situation.
