On October 16, 2024, Singapore Armed Forces deployed two fighter jets to accompany an Air India Express plane following a bomb threat. The aircraft, operating as flight IX 684 from Madurai to Singapore, received an email alerting it to a possible bomb on board. Singapore’s Defence Minister, Ng Eng Hen, confirmed the precautionary measure, stating that the expertly handled escort kept the plane away from densely populated regions until it safely landed at Singapore’s Changi Airport at 10:04 PM. The plane was immediately turned over to airport police for further investigation, with Air India’s response yet to be disclosed.
Singapore’s quick response also involved activating Ground Based Air Defence systems and Explosive Ordnance Disposal teams. Minister Ng Eng Hen commended the Singapore Armed Forces and Home Team for their professionalism and the decisive action taken to secure public safety. While the precise number of passengers on the flight remains unconfirmed, the incident underlines Singapore’s robust security measures in response to aviation threats. The ongoing inquiry seeks to clarify further details concerning the situation, ensuring all necessary precautions are upheld.
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