A departing flight from American Airlines suddenly returned to the gate last week after crews were warned of suspicious activity on board with a WiFi hotspot name of a passenger containing the word ‘bomb’, the Austin Police Department (APD) told FOX News Digital.
The security problem took place last Friday American Airlines Flight 2863 planned to fly from Austin, Texas, to Charlotte, North Carolina.
According to a Reddit user who said they were on the plane, the hotspot was called “I have a bomb” or something like that. The Reddit user said the police claimed that the problem was caused by a passenger who played a joke.
A flight from American Airlines was delayed last Friday for fear of a potential bomb threat. (AP)
The Austin police told Fox News Digital that the plane returned to the gate after the report, where the police led the plane and luggage, looking for explosives.
“All passengers were taken over and screened again by the transport security administration before she was allowed to board again,” said a police spokesperson.
Passengers are waiting to go through security at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in Texas. Travelers on flight 2863 had to be reserved after security problems. (Brandon Bell/Getty images)
“We and our partners take Bomb threats Very serious, “said the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in a statement to Fox News Digital.
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American Airlines planes are seen at an airport gate. (Getty Images)
The flight was eventually deleted and left around 6.15 pm
“Safety and security are our top priorities, and we thank our customers for their understanding and our team members for their professionalism,” American Airlines told Fox News Digital in a statement.
The incident had no major consequences for Other airline and airport activities, according to the police.
