Airport International News - September 2010
Bomb Scare Sparks Airport Security Alert
Posted by Airport International's UK Correspondent on 17/09/2010 - 12:20:00
In breaking news, a bomb scare at a major UK airport has prompted an entire terminal there to be evacuated, it has emerged.
What has been termed a “suspicious bag” was discovered early this morning among the luggage being screened by Manchester Airport’s security network.
Manchester Airport lies in the north west of England and boasts three terminals – 1, 2 and 3. While Manchester Airport Terminal One remains closed, the other two are functioning as normal.
Meanwhile, three passengers are being subjected to questioning and bomb disposal officers have been analysing the bag, according to a statement recently issued by Manchester police.
Manchester Airport Bomb Scare
As of 11.30am, the Manchester Airport bomb scare had affected approximately 20 flights and impacted on around 1,200 passengers.
The affected flights are scheduled departures: arriving traffic is currently being relocated to Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
Airport International will provide updated coverage of this airport security story in coming hours.
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