The incidents of bomb threats on flights have seen a surge in 2025. A recent case of bomb threat surfaced involving a Qatar Airways flight yesterday. It reminded everyone why global aviation security leaves nothing to chance. The flight, operating from Doha to Colombo, landed safely, but not on schedule. Authorities treated the situation with care and coordination.
Qatar Airways Bomb Threat On Doha–Colombo Flight Puts Aviation Security In Sharp Focus
The aircraft, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, carried 245 passengers and 12 crew members, as mentioned in a report by Travel and Tour World. The bomb threat came in via email sent to Sri Lankan airport officials before landing. It claimed there were explosive devices on board. The staff immediately activated full emergency protocols.
A Mid-Air Threat That Triggered Serious Ground Action
The flight, QR664 from Hamad International Airport, touched down safely at Bandaranaike International Airport in Sri Lanka. From there, the response moved fast and stayed orderly.
Airport authorities parked the aircraft in an isolated bay, away from terminals and active runways for safety reasons. Security teams supervised the safe disembarkation of passengers on board and kept them updated about the situation to control the panic among the crowd.
Complete Security Check Of The Flight
On disembarkation, the aircraft went through a detailed inspection by Sri Lanka’s bomb disposal unit, which searched the cabin, cargo hold, and baggage areas thoroughly. They used trained dogs and specialised equipment for the process, and it took long hours to complete the search. The process aligned with international aviation standards.
The result? No explosives or suspicious materials were found, and the Authorities declared the threat to be false.
The ground teams moved the aircraft to the General Aviation Facility post clearance.
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The Process Delayed The Flight Schedule
The return flight to Doha, scheduled for 10:15 am, departed at 1:07 pm from the airport. Airport officials confirmed that normal operations continued with minimal impact beyond the affected flight.
The aircraft involved has been in service for over 12 years and forms part of Qatar Airways’ long-haul fleet.
Airports across South Asia and the Middle East continue to treat threats seriously, even when they turn out to be false. That consistency builds trust.
Cover Image Courtesy: Qatar Airways/Website
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