Air India Flight to New York Returns to Mumbai After Mid-Air Bomb Threat
Team Finance Saathi
10/Mar/2025

What’s Covered in the Article:
- Air India flight AI119 returns to Mumbai after a mid-air bomb threat.
- 322 people, including 19 crew members, were on board the Boeing 777-300ER.
- Authorities conducting security checks; passengers provided accommodations.
On March 10, 2025, an Air India flight from Mumbai to New York was forced to return mid-flight after a bomb threat was detected. The aircraft, a Boeing 777-300 ER, was carrying 322 passengers, including 19 crew members, when the bomb threat was reported.
Bomb Threat and Safety Measures
According to Air India, a potential security threat was identified when a bomb threat note was found in one of the aircraft lavatories. The airline followed necessary protocols and decided to turn the flight back to Mumbai, prioritizing the safety and security of everyone onboard. The plane safely landed at Mumbai Airport at 10:25 am (local time).
The security agencies immediately began conducting mandatory checks on the aircraft, ensuring all necessary procedures were followed to assess the threat. Air India assured passengers that their safety is the highest priority and that the airline was fully cooperating with authorities.
Passenger Assistance and Rescheduling
Air India made arrangements for the rescheduled flight to depart on March 11 at 5 am. The airline has provided hotel accommodation, meals, and other assistance to all affected passengers.
Air India spokespersons have confirmed that efforts are being made to minimize inconvenience caused by the incident. The airline continues to prioritize passenger and crew safety above all.
Security Checks Ongoing
As of now, the security checks on the aircraft are still ongoing, and Air India has confirmed that all passengers and crew are safe. The situation is under full investigation by security agencies to ensure that there is no further threat to safety.
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