Historical Events tagged with "aviation security"
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Mass Arrests in Transatlantic Terror Plot
In a major counter-terrorism operation, 21 individuals were arrested in London, Birmingham, and High Wycombe as part of an investigation into a plot to bomb transatlantic aircraft. The arrests took place overnight, and the suspects were believed to have been planning to utilize liquid explosives to carry out their attacks. This significant operation highlighted ongoing concerns about aviation security and the threat posed by extremist groups within the United Kingdom.
Continue ReadingExplosions of Two Airliners from Moscow Airport
Two Russian airliners, Aeroflot Flight 8912 and Siberia Airlines Flight 1047, exploded in midair after taking off from Domodedovo International Airport, near Moscow. The explosions were caused by suicide bombers, believed to be from Chechnya, resulting in the death of 90 passengers and crew. This coordinated attack took place within minutes of each takeoff, leading to chaos and devastation, as families and friends lost loved ones without warning. Details emerged that the bombers had hidden explosives in their carry-on luggage, showcasing a grievous act of terrorism in the region.
Continue ReadingAir France Flight 8969 Hijacking and Assault
Four armed members of the Armed Islamic Group hijacked Air France Flight 8969, a domestic flight from Algiers to Paris. The hijackers took control of the aircraft, diverting it to Marseille, France. Upon landing, the situation escalated as French authorities prepared for a rescue operation. A tactical assault team from the French Gendarmerie stormed the aircraft, resulting in a confrontation that ended with the deaths of all four hijackers.
Continue ReadingNorth Korean Bombing of Korean Air Flight 858
Korean Air Flight 858 was bombed by North Korean agents, resulting in the deaths of all 115 passengers and crew aboard. The aircraft, a Boeing 737, was en route from Baghdad to Seoul, making a stop in Abu Dhabi. Two North Korean agents, Kim Hyun-hui and another operative, planted the bomb disguised in a cigarette package. The explosion occurred over the Andaman Sea, shortly after the plane took off from Abu Dhabi, leading to its tragic descent into the ocean.
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