US: Bomb threat prompts Hawaiian Airlines evacuation in San Diego; one arrested

A Hawaiian Airlines flight at San Diego International Airport was evacuated after a bomb threat report, resulting in one arrest. The incident happened around 8:45 a.m. Monday, soon after the Honolulu-bound Airbus A330 left the gate, officials said.

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According to a statement from the Port of San Diego Harbor Police, a flight attendant immediately alerted the flight’s captain after the alarming claim from a passenger. The captain immediately contacted law enforcement, prompting a rapid response from SWAT teams and the FBI, who carried out a thorough search of the aircraft. Nothing suspicious was found, and there was no threat to travellers, the police statement said.

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Hawaiian Airlines said in a statement that a guest was overheard making a threat to the safety of our aircraft, and the captain alerted authorities as a precaution. “An arrest has been made,” Port of San Diego spokesperson Brianne Mundy Page said in an email. There was no immediate information about a suspect or possible charges, but Page said more details would be released later. 

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Safe Evacuation After Bomb Threat on Hawaiian Airlines Flight 15

All 293 passengers aboard Hawaiian Airlines Flight 15 were safely evacuated and transported by bus to a secure area after the bomb threat was reported. Emergency protocols were swiftly activated at San Diego International Airport, with law enforcement and airport personnel responding promptly to ensure passenger safety. No injuries were reported during the evacuation, and the situation was brought under control within a short period of time.

In a statement, Hawaiian Airlines said, “We are working to get all guests to Honolulu as quickly as possible… We are grateful for the professionalism and care of our flight attendants and pilots throughout this event.” The airline also thanked local authorities and first responders for their support and coordination during the incident. Passengers were later accommodated while alternate travel arrangements were made to continue their journey to Honolulu.

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