A Spirit Airlines flight scheduled to depart from Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) experienced significant delays and disruption on Thursday after authorities received a bomb threat. The threat prompted an immediate evacuation of the aircraft, requiring all passengers to deplane. Airport police and bomb-sniffing dogs were dispatched to the scene to conduct a comprehensive search of the plane's interior and exterior, including luggage and cargo.
Following the search, passengers were required to undergo a second security screening before being allowed to re-board the aircraft. The incident caused considerable delays for passengers and impacted flight schedules at DTW. Law enforcement agencies are currently investigating the origin of the bomb threat and working to identify any potential suspects.
Spirit Airlines released a statement confirming the incident and apologizing to passengers for the inconvenience. The airline emphasized its commitment to safety and security and stated that it is cooperating fully with the authorities in their investigation. Details regarding the rescheduled departure time were not immediately available. Passengers are advised to check the Spirit Airlines website or app for the latest flight information.
Spirit Airlines Flight Grounded in Detroit Due to Bomb Threat
A Spirit Airlines flight at Detroit Metropolitan Airport was grounded and evacuated on Thursday due to a reported bomb threat. Passengers were forced to deplane, and authorities conducted thorough K-9 searches of the aircraft. All passengers underwent rescreening as a precaution. The incident is under investigation to determine the source and credibility of the threat.