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Bomb Threat Forces Vienna Flight Diversion to Sofia
19 Oct
Summary
- Austrian Airlines flight OS82 from Tel Aviv diverted to Sofia.
- Flight experienced a bomb threat signal near Romanian border.
- All 57 people aboard landed safely; aircraft is under search.
An Austrian Airlines flight, OS82, traveling from Tel Aviv to Vienna experienced a significant security incident, necessitating its diversion to Sofia, Bulgaria. The flight, carrying 57 individuals including six crew members, received a bomb threat signal late Sunday evening. This threat prompted the crew to make an extraordinary landing in Sofia.
Upon landing safely in Sofia at 20:42 CEST, the Airbus A320 registered OE-LZE was immediately subjected to a thorough search. Bulgarian authorities confirmed the bomb threat signal was received as the aircraft approached the Romanian border. An Air Force fighter jet escorted the plane until its landing.
Passengers were safely deplaned following the landing. Austrian Airlines stated that alternative flights would be arranged for those affected once the security procedures on the aircraft were finalized. The airline confirmed the safe landing and the subsequent search of the plane.
