Tel Aviv-Vienna flight diverted to Sofia after bomb threat
What Happened
Austrian Airlines flight OS82, travelling from Tel Aviv to Vienna, was diverted to Sofia, Bulgaria, late on October 18 after a threat was made against the aircraft. The Airbus A320 landed safely with 51 passengers and six crew members aboard. The Bulgarian Air Force scrambled a MiG-29 fighter jet to escort the passenger aircraft until it landed. Passengers were taken off the plane and authorities began security checks.
Key Takeaways
Everyone aboard landed safely. Austrian Airlines said passengers would be rebooked on an alternative flight once the aircraft search was completed. The available reports did not specify that an explosive device had actually been found.