Vistara Flight Diverted to Turkey Amid Security Threat

Vistara flight UK 27, en route from Mumbai to Frankfurt, was diverted to Turkey due to a bomb threat. The aircraft landed safely at Erzurum Airport, where security protocols were initiated. Details about passengers and crew remain unknown as the airline cooperates with authorities.

Vistara flight UK 27, operating from Mumbai to Frankfurt, was abruptly diverted to Turkey on Friday due to security concerns, specifically a bomb threat, the airline confirmed.

The alert was flagged by the Vistara crew onboard, prompting the aircraft to make an emergency landing at Erzurum Airport. Following standard protocol, relevant authorities were immediately notified, and Vistara is fully cooperating with the security agencies for mandatory checks.

However, information regarding the number of passengers and crew members on board has yet to be disclosed.

(With inputs from agencies.)