A bomb threat on Air India flight 657 led to an exhaustive emergency protocol activation at Thiruvananthapuram Airport on Thursday.
The flight, originating from Mumbai, safely concluded its journey and land at 7:36 a.m., following which passengers were safely removed from the aircraft’s isolation area.
Preliminary reports indicate that the threat was intercepted and neutralized at 7:30 a.m., which triggered an immediate response by the relevant authorities. The plane has been thoroughly secured, and an in-depth inquiry is being conducted to ascertain the validity of the threat.
Thankfully, there are no anecdotal reports of injuries or adverse effects on passengers. The airport’s operations have remained undisturbed, with officials committed to the safety and security of all travelers.
This incident underscores the critical nature of vigilance in the realm of aviation security. Authorities are engaged in an exhaustive investigation to unravel the circumstances surrounding this event and to implement preventive measures to avert similar occurrences in the future.