Thai VietJetAir flight bomb threat prompts swift action at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi airport

Bangkok's main international airport announced on Thursday that it had received a bomb threat regarding an incoming Thai VietJetAir flight from Danang, Vietnam.

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Suvarnabhumi Airport, Thailand's main international gateway, activated emergency protocols on Thursday after receiving a bomb threat concerning a Thai VietJetAir flight from Danang, Vietnam. The alarming situation quickly led to swift action, ensuring the safety of all onboard.

Upon receiving the threat, the airport authorities initiated a full-scale emergency response, scrutinising the flight for any suspicious objects. The Thai VietJetAir flight, which was travelling from Danang, was subjected to thorough checks as part of the security protocol.

No explosives found, all passengers safe

After an extensive search, airport officials confirmed that no explosives were found aboard the aircraft. All passengers and crew members were declared safe, and the situation was deemed secure. "The incident did not affect the airport's overall operations," stated the general manager of Suvarnabhumi Airport in an official release.

Suspected passenger under investigation

Authorities revealed that a passenger suspected of issuing the bomb threat was handed over to police for further investigation. As the threat turned out to be false, the emergency measures were lifted, and operations at the airport returned to normal shortly after.

Minimal impact on airport operations

Despite the serious nature of the threat, the incident had little to no impact on the overall functioning of Suvarnabhumi Airport. Airport officials ensured that emergency measures were executed efficiently without causing significant disruptions to other flights or airport services.

This is a developing story. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.