Polish Passenger Threatens to Bomb Plane Mid-air on Flight to Bangkok

[Georgealbert]

UPDATE

Polish Woman Now Faces Legal Action for False Bomb Threat on Danang-Bangkok Flight

 

 

 

Thai authorities have confirmed on September 28, that the captain of flight VZ961, operated by Thai VietJet, has filed a complaint against a Polish female passenger following her bomb threat during the Danang-Suvarnabhumi flight on September 26.

 

The threat triggered an emergency response, but no suspicious objects were found on the aircraft by the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team.

 

Contrary to initial reports suggesting that the airline had not pursued legal action, the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) clarified that the flight's captain had officially filed the complaint. According to the 2015 Act on Certain Offenses against Air Navigation, issuing false statements or threats related to bombs in airports or on aircraft is a criminal offense under Section 22 of the act.

 

Police are now pursuing legal action against the woman for making a false report, which caused panic among passengers and crew. This offense carries penalties of up to five years in prison, a fine of up to 200,000 baht, or both. If the threat had endangered the safety of the aircraft, the punishment could escalate to 5-15 years imprisonment and fines ranging from 200,000 to 600,000 baht.

 

CAAT also issued a reminder that certain words, such as “bomb,” “gun,” or “terrorist,” are strictly prohibited in airports and on flights, even if spoken in jest. Such language can incite panic or misunderstanding, leading to serious legal consequences for those involved.

 

CAAT advised words to never in airports and on planes:

- Bomb
- Gun or Firearm
- Terrorist
- Dangerous diseases

 

Passengers are urged to avoid using these words in any context, even jokingly, to prevent unnecessary panic and potential legal action.

Picture of CAAT official notice saying - 

 

“CAAT confirms a complaint has been filed against Polish woman who threatened to bomb flight”

 

-- 2024-09-28