Hamburg Airport shuts down flight operations after ‘Terror alert’

Hamburg Airport in Germany suspended flight operations on Monday morning, October 9, following a credible threat of an attack against an incoming plane that had originated from the Iranian capital, Tehran.

As reported by Mail Online, German law enforcement swiftly responded to the situation, deploying officers to the aircraft once it had safely landed at the international airport in northern Germany. The response came after authorities received an emailed threat in advance.

The Iranian aircraft touched down at Hamburg Airport at approximately 12:20 pm, carrying 198 passengers and 16 crew members. Subsequently, all individuals on board underwent thorough security checks, and both the aircraft and its cargo underwent meticulous inspection.

The suspension of take-offs and landings at the airport occurred at 12:40 pm local time, a decision made in response to the unfolding situation.

Authorities emphasized that they were treating the threat with utmost seriousness, although specific details regarding the nature of the threat were not immediately disclosed.

Airport officials later confirmed that air traffic operations had resumed at Hamburg Airport following the security operation.

This incident unfolded on the first day of a special meeting between the governments of Germany and France in Hamburg.

High-profile figures, including Chancellor Olaf Scholz and President Emmanuel Macron, were in attendance at the gathering, which added an element of heightened attention and concern to the situation.