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Malay Mail
3 days ago
- Malay Mail
Vietnamese passenger fined for bomb joke on Malaysia Airlines flight to Hanoi
HANOI, June 25 — A Vietnamese male passenger has been fined for joking that he had a bomb in his carry-on luggage after landing at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi last Sunday, according to the Northern Airports Authority, Vietnam News reported. The passenger, who was on Malaysia Airlines flight MH752 from Kuala Lumpur to Hanoi, was issued an administrative fine of VNĐ4 million (RM30). According to the authority, shortly after landing, a flight attendant standing at the aircraft door to bid farewell to passengers inquired about a black box the passenger was carrying. The passenger responded by saying it was a 'bomb.' The report said that the flight crew immediately alerted airport authorities, and the passenger was detained by immigration police at Noi Bai International Airport for questioning after disembarkation. An inspection of the rectangular black box revealed it contained a computer keyboard and a mouse, with no suspicious items or prohibited materials found. The passenger, identified as N.C.H., admitted the joke was inappropriate and stemmed from a lack of awareness. Written reports were filed, and a record of the incident was completed. The passenger, along with his belongings, was handed over to the Northern Airports Authority, Vietnam News added. A representative from the Emergency Command Unit at Noi Bai International Airport noted that the case was resolved more swiftly because the joke was made after landing. Had the comment been made before departure, it could have caused significant delays, requiring all passengers and baggage to undergo security re-screening, disrupting the flight schedule. Authorities reminded the public that aviation security and safety are top priorities, and even jokes about bombs, firearms, or terrorism trigger immediate emergency responses. Passengers making such remarks risk fines, potential flight bans, and being held responsible for damages caused.
The Sun
19-06-2025
- The Sun
Panic after bomb threat note found on Brit flight to Canary Islands as major security operation launched
A BOMB threat note was found during a TUI flight from Cardiff to the Canaries. After the letter was spotted in the bathroom, the entire aircraft, along with all passengers and their luggage, had to be inspected by specialists in explosives. 2 2 A crew member reportedly handed the letter to the pilot when he finished flying over Portugal in the direction of the Canary Islands. Spain's Civil Guard activated the security protocol after receiving a warning from the AENA control tower. An extensive security operation then swung into action with specialists from the GEDEX (Explosives Deactivation Group), the Fiscal and Border Section, investigation units and citizen security patrols all intervening. Air traffic controllers wrote on their X account: "The plane has been guided with the presence of firefighters to a siding where the passengers have had to identify their luggage. "Landing and takeoff operations have been temporarily interrupted, which has caused some delays." The result of the inspection was negative, meaning that no explosive device was found on board. The Civil Guard has launched an investigation to determine the authorship of the message. The force stressed that this type of act is a serious crime, as it causes alarm, compromises public safety and forces specialised resources to be used. is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun.
The National
08-06-2025
- The National
Hoax bomb threat on Gulf Air flight to Kuwait
A hoax bomb threat caused a security scare on a Gulf Air flight before the plane eventually landed safely in Kuwait, authorities said on Sunday. The man responsible for the hoax was arrested, Kuwait's Directorate General of Civil Aviation said. It said he falsely claimed a bomb was on board while the plane, belonging to Bahrain 's flag carrier airline, was heading to Kuwait International Airport. The alert was passed to Kuwait's interior ministry and triggered 'security procedures and protocols' at the airport, said directorate spokesman Abdullah Al Rajhi in a statement published by the Kuwait News Agency. He said all passengers were 'safe and sound' after landing at the airport. Security checks confirmed there was no bomb on board flight GF213. The directorate said traffic at the airport was unaffected. In a separate incident, a man was charged this week with making a bomb threat on his Instagram account while on board an Etihad flight earlier this year. Azim Shah Abubakar Shah, 22, was charged by a court in Singapore on Thursday and faces a prison sentence of up to seven years, as well as a fine of up to $50,000. It is alleged he threatened to blow up the plane while travelling to Abu Dhabi in February.
Khaleej Times
05-06-2025
- General
- Khaleej Times
Man on Abu Dhabi-bound flight faces 7-year jail, Dh183,500 fine for bomb threat
A 22-year-old man in Singapore who allegedly made a bomb threat on an Abu Dhabi-bound flight will be charged today with seven years in prison and up to $50,000 (Dh183,500) fine. The young man allegedly shared a post on his social media account on February 14, 2025, after boarding the Abu Dhabi-bound flight in Singapore that he was 'going to blow the plane up". The Singapore Police Force said it was informed about the social media post containing a threat to blow up an aircraft and managed the identify the man within an hour of the post, confirming that he was onboard a flight bound for Abu Dhabi. 'The aircraft, which was already taxing on the runway and about to take off, was recalled to Changi Airport Terminal 2, where the man was subsequently arrested. Investigations revealed that he allegedly posted 'No one here knows I'm going to blow the plane up' on his social media account after he had boarded the aircraft. The man was found to have no means to carry out his threat, as no threat items were discovered in his possession,' the Singapore police said. The police did not disclose the name of the airline. Many UAE, Singaporean and other foreign carriers operate flights between the UAE and Singapore daily. Singapore Police Force added that the man will be charged in court on Thursday, June 5, 2025, for communicating harmful false information offence which carries an imprisonment term of up to seven years, a fine of up to $50,000, or both. 'The safety and security of passengers and airport staff are our top priority. Beyond fear and inconvenience caused, the making of false threats, especially relating to airport and airline operations, involves significant public resources that have to be deployed to deal with the incident. All security threats will be thoroughly investigated and those responsible will be tracked down and prosecuted,' said M Malathi, assistant commissioner of police and commander of the Airport Police Division of the Singapore Police Force.
South China Morning Post
05-06-2025
- South China Morning Post
Singaporean charged over hoax bomb threat made on Abu Dhabi-bound plane
A man was accused on Thursday of making a hoax bomb threat while on board an aircraft that was preparing to leave Singapore's Changi Airport. Singaporean Azim Shah Abubakar Shah, 22, was handed one charge of communicating false information at the State Courts. Investigations revealed that he allegedly said 'no one here knows I'm going to blow the plane up' in a post on Instagram Stories after he boarded the Etihad Airways aircraft at about 6.55pm on February 14, 2025. The story was viewable to 16 people, according to his charge sheet. Azim appeared in court represented by a lawyer. The prosecution offered to reduce his charge to one under the Protection From Harassment Act for causing harassment, alarm or distress. However, he did not indicate a plea.
