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Wizz Air Flight From London Diverts Due To Bomb Threat

A fighter jet assisted in the safe landing of a diverted London flight.

Wizz Air Flight From London Diverts Due To Bomb Threat

A Wizz Air flight originating from London was diverted to Budapest due to a bomb threat reported by a passenger. The incident occurred on Tuesday, October 3rd, affecting flight WZ2465 as it traveled from Gatwick Airport to Warsaw. Immediately upon receiving the alert, air traffic control initiated protocols for an emergency landing. Hungarian military forces swiftly responded by dispatching a FENCSER-class fighter jet to assist with the safe arrival of the aircraft at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Authorities confirmed that the situation was resolved and the passengers disembarked without harm.


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