Man Detained After Bomb Remark on Krabi Flight

Where is he from ??

8 minutes ago, BarraMarra said:

Where is he from ??

The man, identified only as a 45-year-old from Chon Buri,

6 minutes ago, BarraMarra said:

Where is he from ??

Chomburi. As mentioned in the report.

UPDATE

Couple Charged Over Bomb Remark on Krabi Flight

Picture courtesy of ThaiPBS

A husband and wife have been charged after making a bomb remark on a flight at Krabi International Airport, triggering a major security response and a delay of hours. The incident took place on 26 April 2026 on Thai AirAsia flight AIQ 4401, an Airbus A320 operating from Krabi to Suvarnabhumi. Authorities found no explosives after a prolonged inspection.

Police said the pair, a 45-year-old Thai man and 43-year-old Thai woman, made the comment “watch out for a bomb” while airline staff were assisting with stowing luggage in the overhead compartment. The remark prompted crew to alert the captain, who immediately halted the flight. All passengers were ordered to disembark as security protocols were activated.

Explosive Ordnance Disposal officers from Krabi Provincial Police conducted a thorough search of the aircraft and all baggage. One bag was removed for special inspection, while every item on board was checked under strict procedures. The operation took more than five hours and concluded with no explosive devices or illegal items found.

Pol Maj Gen Sukkasem Nakornwilai, commander of Krabi Provincial Police, said the crew acted promptly after hearing the remark and implemented full safety measures. The suspect told officers he was travelling with a group of about 30 people and made the comment casually without intent. Both suspects admitted the statement was made jokingly.

Authorities have charged both passengers with providing false information causing panic and affecting aviation safety, as well as causing disruption to the airline and other passengers. The case falls under laws governing aviation safety offences, which carry serious penalties.

Deputy Transport Minister Phattharaphong Phatprasert said that although no threat was found, the incident caused significant disruption, delaying the flight by around four hours. He stressed that passenger and aviation safety is the highest priority and warned that any remarks causing alarm, whether intentional or joking, are illegal and will be dealt with strictly.

ThaiPBS reported that the suspects will face legal proceedings as investigators continue the case. Officials have reiterated that strict enforcement will remain in place to deter similar behaviour and protect flight safety standards.

Adapted by ASEAN Now Thaipbs 27 Apr 2026

2 hours ago, Nick Carter icp said:

The man, identified only as a 45-year-old from Chon Buri,

Probably a white foreigner. Useless people, always causing problems in Thailand.

6 minutes ago, 1tooth said:

Probably a white foreigner. Useless people, always causing problems in Thailand.

"Police said the pair, a 45-year-old Thai man and 43-year-old Thai woman, made the comment"

He had one of these in his carry on. He just wanted them to be careful with it!

AI suggests: -

20 hours ago, Kinnock said:

"Police said the pair, a 45-year-old Thai man and 43-year-old Thai woman, made the comment"

Some people do struggle with reading comprehension.