IndiGo Flight Evacuated at Kolkata Airport Following Bomb Scare Threat
A bomb scare was reported on an IndiGo flight scheduled to operate from Kolkata to Shillong on Friday morning, prompting authorities to evacuate all passengers and move the aircraft to an isolation bay for thorough security checks.
Immediate Response to Security Threat
The incident occurred at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata, where the IndiGo flight 6E3074 was preparing for departure at 9:15 AM. During the boarding process, crew members discovered a piece of paper inside the aircraft's toilet compartment that contained a written statement claiming there was a bomb on board.
Airport authorities acted swiftly upon the discovery. The aircraft was immediately moved to an isolation bay to minimize risk, and all passengers were safely removed from the plane as a precautionary measure.
Official Statement from Airport Director
The Kolkata Airport Director confirmed the incident, stating, "There was a bomb scare on the Kolkata to Shillong IndiGo 6E3074, which was scheduled to depart at 9:15 AM from Kolkata Airport. The aircraft has been moved to the isolation bay. During boarding, crew members found a piece of paper inside the aircraft's toilet compartment, which stated that there was a bomb inside the aircraft. Immediately afterwards, passengers were removed from the aircraft. The checking process is currently ongoing."
Security Protocols and Ongoing Investigation
Security personnel and bomb disposal squads were deployed to conduct a comprehensive inspection of the aircraft. The evacuation and isolation procedures followed standard aviation security protocols designed to handle such threats, ensuring passenger safety remained the top priority.
Authorities are investigating the source of the threatening note and reviewing security footage to identify any suspicious activity. The incident has caused temporary disruptions to flight schedules at the airport, with passengers being assisted for alternative arrangements.
This bomb scare highlights the constant vigilance required in aviation security and the importance of prompt response mechanisms to potential threats, even as checks continue to determine the validity of the claim.
