Bomb Alert Sparks Chaos at Historic Biggin Hill Airport
Suspected Incendiary Devices Found Near Terminal
Contractors working close to Biggin Hill Airport’s main passenger terminal discovered suspected incendiary devices around 2pm on Tuesday, March 14, 2023. They immediately alerted emergency services, triggering a bomb alert.
Passengers and Staff Evacuated as Army EOD Arrive
Everyone in the terminal was swiftly moved away from the danger zone while Army Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) experts rushed in to assess the threat. So far, the incident hasn’t disrupted overall airport operations.
Historic RAF Base Revives Memories of WWII Battle
Biggin Hill Airport, once Royal Air Force’s celebrated RAF Biggin Hill, still carries its historic military designation in a small enclave. Famous for its pivotal role during the Battle of Britain, the airfield helped defend London and the South East against German Luftwaffe attacks.
Cordons in Place as Specialists Investigate
Security cordons remain firmly in place while bomb disposal teams examine the suspicious devices using X-ray technology. The situation is being closely monitored, with updates expected soon.
Emergency Services at Biggin Hill: Officers, search teams, and EOD specialists have been scrambled to tackle the threat at the Kent airport.
