From Vistara To IndiGo: Security Alerts Disrupt Multiple Flights
IndiGo, in a series of statements, confirmed that six of its flights including those on international routes were affected due to the security threats on Sunday.
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After a spree of threats received by Indian carriers throughout the week, several more incidents were reported on Sunday. These included six flights each operated by IndiGo and Vistara, and a few flights operated by Akasa Air.
According to a Vistara spokesperson, the company's flights that were impacted due to security threats on Sunday include flight UK25 (Delhi to Frankfurt), UK106 (Singapore to Mumbai), UK146 (Bali to Delhi), UK116 (Singapore to Delhi), UK110 (Singapore to Pune), and UK107 (Mumbai to Singapore).
An Akasa Air spokesperson also confirmed that "some of our flights" were impacted due to security threats on Sunday.
"Akasa Air emergency response teams are monitoring the situation and are in contact with security and regulatory authorities. We are following all safety and security procedures in coordination with local authorities and Akasa Air teams on the ground are prepared to assist in ensuring the safety and comfort of passengers," the spokesperson said.
Among the Akasa flights that were impacted was a Lucknow-Mumbai plane that was making an emerging landing after a bomb threat call, NDTV reported.
IndiGo, in a series of statements, also confirmed that six of its flights including those on international routes were affected due to the security threats on Sunday.
Earlier, on Saturday, at least 30 flights were impacted due to security threats, prompting swift action to ensure passenger safety.
IndiGo reported multiple incidents involving flights 6E 58, 6E 108, 6E 17, 6E 11, and 6E 184. Flight 6E 108, operating from Hyderabad to Chandigarh, received a security alert upon landing, leading to the aircraft's isolation and the safe disembarkation of all passengers.
"The airline assured that passenger safety is their highest priority and that they are taking necessary precautions," IndiGo said, adding that it was working closely with authorities and following standard procedures.
IndiGo also addressed security situations on Flights 6E 17 and 6E 11, which were en route from Mumbai and Delhi to Istanbul. Flight 6E 58 flight, operating from Jeddah to Mumbai also received a security-related alert.
Air India Express said a flight from Dubai to Jaipur made an emergency landing at Jaipur airport in the early hours of Saturday due to a bomb threat, which ultimately turned out to be a hoax. The flight, carrying 189 passengers, landed safely at 1:20 a.m., and a thorough check revealed no suspicious items. Authorities declared an emergency at the airport following the alert.
Vistara also faced a security concern with Flight UK624 from Udaipur to Mumbai. The flight safely landed at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, where it was taken to an isolation bay for mandatory checks. Vistara said it was fully cooperating with security agencies during this process.
An Akasa Air spokesperson confirmed that some of their flights have received security alerts, with their emergency response teams monitoring the situation in coordination with security and regulatory authorities. They reassured passengers of their commitment to safety and comfort.
Vistara also reported a security threat for Flight UK17, traveling from Delhi to London on Oct. 18. The flight was diverted to Frankfurt as a precaution, landing safely, where security checks were conducted before clearing the aircraft for its journey.
