Mobility
False bomb threats disrupt European air traffic but represent 'low' security risk
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) states that the recent wave of false bomb threats targeting around 30 flights across Europe represents a low immediate safety risk, though the resulting flight diversions cause significant operational disruption. The European Commission has activated its security information-sharing mechanism among member states to investigate the incidents.
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If you are flying, these incidents may cause flight delays or diversions; while officials deem the security risk low, the operational impact on airports and airlines continues.CNN PortugalRead original ↗
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