15 Mar 2019 | 05:02 PM UTC
Greece: Hijacking threat reported at Athens International Airport March 15
Hijacking threat reported at Athens International Airport (ATH) March 15; heightened security presence and flight disruptions reported
Event
A hijacking threat was called into Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) on Friday, March 15, prompting authorities to implement a heightened security presence at the airport and change departure times. Lingering flight disruptions (including delays and cancelations) are possible at the airport over the coming hours.
Advice
Individuals flying via ATH are advised to monitor developments to the situation, report suspicious objects and behavior to police, confirm flight reservations before departing for the airport, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.
