If you’re a frequent air traveller, you’d know that any comment, joke or conversation about bombs in an airport is a strict no-no. The security shall not take it in good jest and the consequences are dire, even involving instant interrogation or even arrest. Along similar lines, recently, a man was arrested at Cochin International Airport for passing a comment about bombs during the security check.
Man Interrogated For Saying “Bomb” At Cochin Airport
As per a report by Hindustan Times (HT), 42-year-old Manoj Kumar was set to fly from Kochi to Mumbai on Air India flight AI 682. At the X-ray Baggage Inspection System (XBIS), he asked a CISF officer if there was a bomb in his bag. His “bomb” comment instantly raised an alarm and this led to an in-depth inspection of both his cabin and checked-in baggage by the Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS).
After a thorough investigation, no threat was found. However, Manoj Kumar was deboarded from the plane and he was handed over to the local police for further investigation. While the flyer was deboarded from the plane due to his comment, the Air India Kochi-Mumbai flight departed as per schedule without inconveniencing other passengers.
Serious Offence To Joke About “Hijack” Or “Bomb” During Air Travel
The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security, an authoritative body which sets standards for flight security at both domestic and international airports has stringent rules about airport etiquette. It warns against any threat or the usage of words like “hijack” or “bomb” at airports. These words even if they are uttered jokingly, even by a child will be treated with utmost seriousness. Using a word like “bomb” in an airport will lead to the entire family facing flight delays.
It can also lead to fines, instant interrogation or even arrests. Also, you must absolutely avoid saying things like, “I have a bomb in my bag.” This is considered to be a serious offence which is against the law.
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So, the next time you choose air travel, avoid mentioning the words “bomb” or “hijack” even jokingly over a phone call or to the airport crew. The consequences are dire and a joke or a comment has an appropriate time and place. The airport certainly isn’t it.
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