Ryanair and Wizz Air flights hit by bomb threats across Europe
- Ryanair flights to Rome faced security searches following bomb threats.
- A Ryanair flight from Manchester to Murcia was evacuated for security checks.
- Flights to Sofia from Dublin and Milan landed safely after bomb threats.
- Polish airports experienced disruptions due to threats against LOT and SAS flights.
Multiple airlines across Europe faced security disruptions on 3 November 2026, as bomb threats triggered emergency protocols for several Ryanair and Wizz Air flights, forcing unscheduled security searches and aircraft diversions. These incidents involved national authorities and airport operators in several European countries.
Two Ryanair flights arriving at Rome’s Fiumicino airport from Lisbon and Dublin underwent security checks, with the Italian Air Force escorting the Dublin aircraft. The airport operator ADR confirmed the alert was cleared and the airport remained operational.
Murcia’s international airport initiated security protocols for a Ryanair flight arriving from Manchester, requiring all 114 passengers and seven crew to disembark for inspections, according to Francisco Lucas, the Spanish government delegate for the Murcia region.
Bulgaria’s transport ministry reported that a Ryanair flight from Dublin to Sofia carrying 185 passengers and a Wizz Air flight from Milan to Sofia carrying 176 passengers both landed safely on 3 November. No explosive devices were discovered during inspections of either aircraft.
In separate developments, professional golfer Jon Rahm stated he would be willing to accept the same penalties Brooks Koepka received to return to the PGA Tour, although he noted he doubts he will be offered such a deal. Rahm has not held discussions with the PGA Tour regarding a potential return, citing the recent birth of his fourth child.
In January, the PGA Tour offered a Returning Member Program to four golfers, including Rahm and Koepka, which allowed LIV golfers who won a major since 2022 to return under specific financial conditions. Brooks Koepka was the only golfer to accept the proposal, which required him to forfeit player equity shares for five years and make a $5 million donation to charity.
Rahm's contract with LIV Golf was estimated at $300 million, with over $100 million in future guarantees still owed, and he earned over $106 million in prize and bonus money during his time with the league.
Security alerts impact Polish airports
A LOT Polish Airlines flight from London performed an unscheduled landing at Warsaw-Modlin airport on 3 November following a bomb threat. This security incident caused a suspension of air operations at the airport until approximately midday.
An SAS flight from Copenhagen to Warsaw also landed at Warsaw-Chopin airport on 3 November due to a bomb threat. A spokesperson for the airport later stated that the threat was not confirmed.
Wizz Air flight diverted to Budapest on November 2
Hungary’s defence minister stated that the aircraft was escorted by a Hungarian Gripen fighter during the diversion.
Austrian Airlines flight diverted in October
The flight carried 51 passengers and six crew members who were evacuated after the aircraft was escorted by a Bulgarian MiG-29. No injuries were reported, and the aircraft later continued its journey to Vienna.
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