BARCELONA- Turkish Airlines (TK) confirmed that Flight TK1853 from Istanbul Airport, Istanbul (IST), to Barcelona El Prat Airport, Barcelona (BCN) landed safely after a bomb alert was raised onboard.
The alert was traced to a passenger-created Wi-Fi network name containing a threat, prompting standard aviation security procedures without impacting flight safety.
Turkish Airlines Flight Bomb Threat
The incident occurred as the Airbus aircraft operating Flight TK1853 was approaching Barcelona.
According to Turkish Airlines Communications Director Yahya Ustun, the flight crew followed established aviation security protocols and completed a controlled landing at Barcelona El Prat Airport.
Immediately after landing, Spanish security authorities boarded the aircraft. All passengers disembarked in an orderly manner while officials carried out a comprehensive inspection of the cabin, cargo holds, and onboard systems.
No Explosives Found After Full Inspection
Spanish authorities concluded their inspection with no explosives or hazardous materials discovered onboard. Turkish Airlines confirmed that the alert posed no actual threat.
Ustun stated that all necessary security checks were conducted by the relevant authorities, with no adverse findings reported. The airline emphasized that passenger and crew safety remained uncompromised throughout the incident.
Turkish Airlines confirmed that efforts were underway to identify the passenger responsible for creating the threatening Wi-Fi network name. Legal proceedings were initiated in coordination with local authorities, in line with aviation security regulations.
The airline reiterated its zero-tolerance approach toward actions that disrupt flight safety or cause unnecessary security alerts.
Return Flight and Spain Operations Unaffected
Despite the delay caused by the inspection, the return flight from Barcelona to Istanbul was expected to operate as scheduled once boarding procedures were completed.
Turkish Airlines continues to operate direct services to six destinations in Spain. These include Madrid, Barcelona, Malaga, Bilbao, Valencia, and Seville, with no changes to its existing route network.
Similar Incident
Qatar Airways (QR) flight QR664 from Doha (DOH) to Colombo faced a full security inspection after a bomb threat email was received ahead of landing.
The aircraft landed safely at Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo (CMB), where authorities confirmed the threat was false after a detailed search.
Security Alert Triggers Emergency Protocols at Colombo Airport
On December 28, 2025, airport authorities in Colombo activated emergency security procedures following an email warning of explosive devices onboard Qatar Airways flight QR664. The alert was received by the airport manager before the aircraft arrived, prompting coordination between aviation security units and local law enforcement.
The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner landed without incident, carrying 245 passengers and 12 crew members. Immediately after touchdown, the aircraft was guided to an isolated parking bay away from terminal operations. All passengers and crew were safely disembarked before inspection teams began their work.
Aircraft Search Conducted Under Tight Security
Specialized bomb disposal units, supported by trained sniffer dogs, conducted a comprehensive inspection of the aircraft, cabin, cargo hold, and passenger luggage. Authorities reported that no explosives or suspicious items were found during the search.
Once the inspection was completed and the threat confirmed as a hoax, the aircraft was relocated to the airport’s General Aviation Facility, according to local media reports.
The aircraft involved was a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, registered as A7-BCG. Planespotters.net data shows the aircraft is approximately 12.5 years old and part of Qatar Airways long haul fleet.
Flight QR664 was scheduled to depart Colombo for Doha at 10:15 a.m. local time. Due to the extended security operation, departure was delayed. The aircraft eventually departed at 1:07 p.m. after receiving full clearance from security authorities.
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