Bomb scare drama on Air India flight to Heathrow
RAF jets scramble after bomb threat
A tense moment unfolded mid-air as an Air India pilot calmly alerted air traffic controllers about a suspected bomb aboard Flight AIC129 from Mumbai to London. The pilot’s emergency landing request triggered a swift RAF response, with Typhoon fighter jets scrambled to escort the Boeing 777 safely into Heathrow.
“There is a suspected bomb on board, requesting landing sir. We have a bomb threat. Air India 129 is requesting this,” the pilot is heard saying during the chilling exchange.
Spike in fake bomb threats against Indian flights
This incident comes amid a wave of fake bomb threats targeting Indian-operated flights—more than a dozen have been reported in recent days. India’s civil aviation authorities have promised very strict action against those behind these dangerous hoaxes.
- Earlier this week, another Air India flight from New Delhi to Chicago made an emergency landing in Canada due to a similar scare.
- India’s Vistara airline also faced a security threat on a Frankfurt to Mumbai route, but the flight landed safely.
Police arrest minor linked to threats
India’s aviation minister, Ram Mohan Naidu, confirmed police have arrested a minor responsible for bomb threats against three flights. Authorities are working with security agencies to track down others involved and prevent further chaos.
Flight AIC129 lands safely – no explosives found
Despite the drama, Flight AIC129 was cleared to land after holding patterns over London. No explosives were found onboard, and passengers were unharmed. London’s skies have returned to normal as investigations continue.
India’s civil aviation ministry is now coordinating with international security bodies to crack down on these threats and keep air travel safe.
