Kolkata bomb scare: Shillong-bound IndiGo flight cleared after search
Kolkata bomb scare: Shillong-bound IndiGo flight cleared after search
A handwritten note claiming a bomb on a Shillong-bound IndiGo flight led to a four-hour delay at Kolkata airport, with security authorities declaring the aircraft safe after a thorough search.
A Shillong-bound IndiGo flight was kept at Kolkata airport for about four hours after a bomb threat surfaced. The flight 6E 7304 was moved to the isolation bay when a handwritten note was found in the lavatory by a crew member around 9:15 am, about 15 minutes before the scheduled departure. About 60 passengers had already boarded at that point. Passengers were safely deboarded and the aircraft was isolated as security agencies conducted a full search. After completing checks and clearance by security authorities, the aircraft was deemed safe and operations resumed, with the plane departing for Shillong at 1:33 pm. The authorities described the note as a hoax. The incident underscores routine safety protocols in place at major airports and the ongoing vigilance of staff to handle potential threats. Security teams from the airport, along with the CISF and AAI personnel, conducted a thorough inspection of the aircraft and cabin interiors, ensuring no item of concern was found. The delay disrupted travel plans but highlighted the effectiveness of the incident response framework used to manage suspected threats in busy air hubs.
