SpiceJet's Darbhanga-Delhi flight, SG 8946, faced a bomb threat on Wednesday, creating a tense situation for passengers and airline officials. SpiceJet's reservation office received a call indicating a bomb threat, prompting immediate action to address the potential danger. A subsequent inquiry by Delhi police determined that the bomb threat was a hoax, easing concerns regarding the safety of the flight.
"On January 24, a call was received at the SpiceJet reservation office about a bomb in the aircraft operating flight SG 8496 from Darbhanga to Delhi. The flight landed safely at Delhi airport at 6 pm and the aircraft was moved to an isolated bay. Passengers have been deplaned safely, and the aircraft is undergoing a thorough search by security agencies," said a SpiceJet spokesperson, as quoted by news agency ANI.
Safe landing
Despite the threat, the flight executed a secure landing at Delhi Airport around 6 pm, prioritising the safety of passengers and crew.
Isolation measures
Following the landing, the aircraft was immediately moved to an isolated bay, adhering to safety protocols to minimize potential risks.
Passenger evacuation
Swift and efficient, all passengers were safely deplaned, ensuring their well-being in the face of the security threat.
Thorough security protocols
Security agencies swiftly initiated a comprehensive search of the aircraft, examining it meticulously to rule out any potential dangers.
SpiceJet statement
The airline spokesperson confirmed the incident, highlighting the rigorous safety measures taken to address the bomb threat and secure the well-being of all involved.
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