Bomb threats disrupt flights across Europe, cause chaos for travelers
A series of bomb threats diverted passenger flights across Europe, raising questions for investigators. CBS News' Holly Williams has the latest.
European airports heightened security measures following a series of bomb threats targeting multiple flights across the continent, leading to diversions, emergency landings, and security inspections. At least 14 flights were affected on Thursday, Nov. 5, marking the third day this week that such alerts disrupted passenger flights.
All aircraft involved landed safely, and no explosives or suspicious materials were found during inspections. The incidents involved airlines such as Ryanair, Aer Lingus, Wizz Air, Finnair, LOT Polish Airlines, and Aegean Airlines, with threats reported across various European countries. The European Union's transport commissioner stated it was too early to determine if the incidents were linked.
National investigations were ongoing, and the European Commission activated an information-sharing mechanism to enhance aviation security.
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