In a concerning trend, Air India has recently been at the center of multiple bomb threats, prompting emergency landings and raising significant security concerns. On October 15, 2024, an Air India flight from Delhi to Chicago (AI 127) was diverted to Iqaluit Airport in Canada following a bomb threat. Passengers were screened as per security protocols, and Air India activated support agencies at the airport to assist them during this distressing situation. This incident is part of a broader wave of threats, as seven different flights received bomb threats on the same day, leading to heightened anxiety among travelers.
Among the affected flights were an Air India Express flight from Jaipur to Bengaluru, a SpiceJet flight from Darbhanga to Mumbai, and an Indigo flight from Dammam, Saudi Arabia, to Lucknow, among others. According to Air India, the threats were traced back to a single individual who allegedly used the social media platform X to issue these alarming messages.
Investigations revealed that the threats were determined to be false; however, the disruption caused significant challenges for hundreds of passengers. With security protocols in place and increased vigilance following these threats, authorities are working diligently to ensure passenger safety and restore confidence in air travel. The recent incidents highlight a troubling rise in bomb threats targeting commercial flights, underscoring the need for continued vigilance in aviation security.
