Multiple Indian airlines received bomb threats targeting over 20 flights across the country on Saturday morning, disrupting domestic and international operations.
The threats affected major carriers including Air India (AI), IndiGo (6E), Vistara (UK), SpiceJet (SG), Akasa Air (QP), Star Air (S5), and Alliance Air (9I).
IndiGo’s international routes faced a significant impact, with flights 6E 17 and 6E 11 connecting Mumbai and Delhi to Istanbul receiving security alerts. The airline immediately activated security protocols and alerted relevant authorities.
Security concerns also emerged for IndiGo’s domestic flight 6E 184 operating on the Jodhpur-Delhi route. The flight landed safely in Delhi, where passengers disembarked for mandatory security checks.
Vistara redirected its flight UK 624 from Udaipur to Mumbai to an isolation bay after receiving a security alert moments before its scheduled landing. Security teams conducted thorough inspections following standard safety procedures.
Akasa Air’s Emergency Response teams maintain active surveillance of the situation while coordinating with security agencies and regulatory authorities. The airline has deployed ground teams to assist affected passengers and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
Three Vistara international flights received bomb threats on Friday, forcing one aircraft to divert to Frankfurt. Investigation revealed these threats as hoaxes, marking a continuing pattern of false security alerts targeting Indian carriers.
Indian airlines have faced over 40 bomb threats in recent days, with each threat proving false after thorough security checks. The sequence began when an Air India Boeing 777, operating on the Mumbai-New York route, diverted to Delhi following a bomb threat. This single diversion cost Air India more than Rs 3 crore in operational expenses.
The cumulative financial impact of these hoax threats has reached Rs 80 crore across affected airlines. The mounting costs stem from emergency procedures, flight diversions, security sweeps, and passenger accommodation.