From CNBC · Sawdah Bhaimiya · · 1m
Bomb threats disrupt European flights again
European flights face second wave of hoax bomb threats this week.
In brief
European flights face second wave of hoax bomb threats this week. European airlines report safe landings after bomb threats on Thursday, described as 'hoax' by officials. Originally reported by CNBC.
Bomb threats disrupt flights
Bomb threats affected flights across Europe on Thursday for the second time this week.
27 flights impacted
At least 27 different flights were impacted, with some forced to land unexpectedly and others escorted by fighter jets.
Aer Lingus and Finnair affected
Aer Lingus, Finnair, and Wizz Air confirmed some flights were affected by bomb threats.
Finnair flights cleared
Finnair said two flights received 'unfounded or hoax' bomb threats but landed safely with passengers disembarking.
Wizz Air flights cleared
Wizz Air confirmed flights to Bucharest and Warsaw were subject to bomb threats with security checks clearing aircraft.
EU security response
European Union activated aviation security information-sharing mechanism after bomb threats.
The one thing
European airlines report safe landings after bomb threats on Thursday, described as 'hoax' by officials.
