A bomb threat was reported on a Thai VietJet Air flight from Danang to Suvarnabhumi Airport on September 26, 2024. The plane landed safely, and a Polish passenger suspected of making the threat was detained. There was no danger, and the passenger will be sent back to Poland.
Officials at Suvarnabhumi Airport reported a bomb threat concerning an incoming Thai VietJet Air flight from Danang on Thursday, September 26, 2024.
After the plane landed, no explosives were found, and all 120 passengers, six crew members, and 61 checked bags were safe.
The flight VZ 961 incident led to the detainment of a Polish passenger who had used 'prohibited words' without malicious intent.
Airport operations were unaffected, and emergency measures were lifted after the threat was deemed false.
The passenger has been handed over to police and is set to be sent back to Poland.
Authorities reiterated the importance of not using words like 'bomb' in airports or on planes.