A bomb threat was reported on an Indigo flight from Kolkata to Shillong after a suspicious note was found in the airplane's toilet, prompting immediate evacuation and security checks.
On a recent Indigo flight scheduled to depart from Kolkata to Shillong, chaos ensued when a bomb threat was discovered after cabin crew found a suspicious note in the toilet. The flight was set to take off at 9:15 AM, but the presence of the note led to the immediate implementation of standard operating procedures (SOP). All passengers were evacuated safely from the aircraft, which was then taxied to an isolation bay for thorough security inspections.
The Director of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport confirmed that the bomb threat was communicated via the note, requiring swift action. Passengers were promptly removed from the flight, and security agencies initiated an exhaustive investigation into the incident. The airport authorities acted decisively to ensure the safety of all involved.
In an official statement, Indigo Airlines acknowledged the security-related information received during the flight and confirmed that relevant authorities were immediately notified. Such incidents highlight the ongoing importance of vigilance and rapid response protocols in aviation security, particularly in light of the increasing number of security threats facing airlines globally.
