What to know about the hoax bomb threats that targeted flights in Europe

Bomb threats targeted dozens of flights across Europe this week following a string of hoaxes that caused flight diversions and forced airlines to scramble to keep passengers safe and air traffic disruptions minimal.

What to know about the hoax bomb threats that targeted flights in Europe

TL;DR

  • Dozens of flights across Europe were targeted by bomb threats.
  • The threats were hoaxes that caused flight diversions.
  • Airlines worked to ensure passenger safety and minimize air traffic disruptions.