Bomb Threat Forces Air India Flight to Return to Mumbai After Departing for New York

An Air India flight, AI-185, was forced to return to Mumbai after a bomb threat was reported while the aircraft was en route to New York. The flight had just reached cruising altitude when the crew received information about a possible bomb on board. The captain immediately initiated the protocol to return to Mumbai, where emergency services awaited the flight’s arrival.

The aircraft was escorted to the runway by emergency vehicles, and all passengers were safely evacuated from the plane. Security teams conducted a thorough inspection of the plane, but no explosives were found, and the bomb threat was confirmed to be a hoax.

The incident caused disruptions at Mumbai International Airport, with several flights delayed or rerouted as a result of the increased security measures. Air India rebooked the passengers on subsequent flights, though many passengers voiced concerns over the unsettling experience.

Despite the hoax, the airline commended the crew and authorities for their swift response to the situation, ensuring the safety and security of all passengers involved.