A wave of bomb threats disrupted passenger flights across Europe on November 5, 2026, forcing several aircraft to divert and prompting military escorts, emergency landings and security inspections.
The incidents affected multiple European airlines and airports, raising concerns about aviation security after similar threats earlier in the week.
Authorities reported that the affected aircraft landed safely. Initial security searches found no explosives.
Passenger Flights Diverted Across Europe
An Aer Lingus flight traveling from Dublin to Rome was diverted to the Évreux military air base in France after a bomb threat.
The aircraft was carrying 151 passengers and six crew members. Everyone was evacuated safely while security teams inspected the plane.
Meanwhile, Italian fighter jets escorted a Finnair passenger aircraft traveling from Helsinki to Rome.
The aircraft landed safely, and authorities carried out the necessary security procedures.
Three Ryanair flights heading to Sofia from Madrid, Copenhagen and London Stansted also received threats.
Bulgarian military aircraft responded, and the passenger planes landed safely.
Additional alerts affected flights and airports in several European countries, including Poland, Austria, Romania and the Czech Republic.
Authorities Investigate Repeated Threats
The latest incidents followed a series of similar bomb alerts earlier in the week.
According to the Associated Press, more than a dozen flights were affected on Thursday alone.
The Financial Times reported that at least 17 passenger flights received threats during the latest wave.
Authorities found no explosive devices in the aircraft they inspected, suggesting that the alerts were hoaxes.
However, investigators continued examining the incidents and their possible connections.
The repeated threats have disrupted airline operations and created uncertainty for passengers traveling across Europe.
For travelers, including members of Balkan communities living abroad, the incidents highlight the importance of checking official airline notifications and airport updates before departure.
Passengers whose flights are affected should contact their airline directly for information about delays, rebooking and available assistance.
European aviation authorities continue to monitor the situation as investigations proceed.
