Unexpected solution - for the safety of passengers
On Thursday morning, one of the international flights that flew out of the Toronto Parson Airport was forced to make an unplanned landing in connection with an anonymous call. An unknown subscriber announced a potential threat associated with this flight, after which security services immediately initiated all the necessary response procedures.
The aircraft, which was in the airspace of Canada, was redirected to the nearest airport, where it was met by special services. The decision on landing was made in coordination with dispatch centers, airline and a aircraft commander.
The crew acted strictly according to the protocol
The aircraft team received a notification from ground services and began to implement the plan for safe reduction and landing. Passengers were informed about the technical reason for deviation from the route. Everything happened calmly, without panic.
“We understood that we must act clearly and calmly. The most important thing is to ensure the safety of everyone on board, ”said one of the crew members after the completion of the landing procedure.
The landing passed without incident, and the plane was immediately transferred to a separate parking lot, away from the main traffic. This is a standard precaution with such incidents.
Emergency services acted promptly
By the time of landing, the destination airport was already ready to receive a flight: there were police officers, aviation security services, as well as aircraft checking specialists on the spot. A step -by -step check of the side, baggage and all internal compartments began.
Within several hours, the necessary procedures were carried out: the aircraft was carefully examined, the passengers were interviewed, and the baggage was checked using special equipment. At the end of the inspection, it became known that no dangerous items were found. The information received by phone was not confirmed.
Passengers and crew - outside the threat
During the entire operation, passengers remained calm and cooperated with the crew and ground services. After the audit, he was given the opportunity to relax in the special area of the airport, where representatives of the airline, psychologists and support services worked.
Many passengers were offered a transfer to the next flight or re -registration of tickets. Some received vouchers for food and temporary accommodation if it was necessary to stay until the next day.
“This, of course, is being out of the rut, but it is important that everything went calmly, without panic. The employees were polite and explained everything, ”the passenger of the flight, who was heading to Europe, shared.
The investigation continues
According to the police, the investigation of the incident continues. The personality of the caller and the motives of his actions are established. Experts note that such cases are always considered very seriously, even if the threat is subsequently not confirmed.
“We cannot afford to ignore even those threats that at first glance seem unlikely. Safety of citizens is priority, ”said the representative of the transport security service.
The importance of training and readiness
Toronto Parson Airport, as one of the largest air states of North America, regularly conducts exercises and models emergency situations. This case once again confirmed the importance of the coordinated work of all participants in the process - from the crew to the services on Earth.
After all the procedures are completed, flights from the airport were continued on schedule. The incident did not have a long -term impact on the operation of the air hub.
A reminder for passengers
In conclusion, representatives of the airline and security services reminded passengers:
- Follow all the crew instructions for any deviations from the route;
- Keep calm and trust the professionalism of employees;
- Do not panic - passenger safety is always in the first place.