Air India Flight Isolated After Kolkata Hijack Alert
An Air India flight bound for Mumbai was moved to an isolation bay at Kolkata’s Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport on Wednesday, November 11, after a hijack threat was discovered inside the aircraft shortly before takeoff. Passengers were evacuated as security agencies launched an investigation into the threatening message.
Hijack Threat Found on Air India Flight AI 772
The incident occurred around 10:20 am when cabin crew members noticed a message written on the mirror of an aircraft lavatory, reportedly using lipstick.
The message warned that the aircraft would be hijacked at 11:10 am, prompting the pilot to immediately alert Air Traffic Control.
Airport director Vikram Singh confirmed that the passengers were deboarded and the aircraft was moved to an isolation bay as a precautionary measure.
CISF Launches Security Checks at Kolkata Airport
Personnel from the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), airport security teams and other emergency services were deployed to inspect the aircraft.
Security officials began examining the cabin, baggage compartments and other areas for suspicious objects.
Police also initiated an investigation to identify the person responsible for writing the threatening message.
Investigators are reviewing CCTV footage from the airport and available aircraft surveillance records to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Kolkata-Mumbai Flight Delayed Amid Investigation
The security alert disrupted the scheduled departure of the Mumbai-bound flight while authorities carried out mandatory safety procedures.
Officials have not confirmed whether the message represented a credible hijacking attempt or a hoax.
There were no reports of an actual hijacking or injuries among passengers and crew.
The aircraft’s onward departure remained subject to security clearance, with authorities continuing their investigation into the origin of the threat.
