US: Police operations continue at Burlington International Airport in Burlington, Vt.; flights resume as of late March 12 /update 1

Event

Authorities are continuing to respond to an incident aboard United Airlines (UA) Flight 3613 from Newark to Burlington at Burlington International Airport (BTV) in South Burlington, Vermont, as of late March 12. Aircrew reportedly found a threatening note at approximately 16:10. Police evacuated all passengers from the aircraft after it landed safely at BTV and conducted a security sweep but found "no credible threat" aboard the plane. There have been no reports of injuries; the motive for the incident remains unclear.

Flight operations have resumed at BTV, though lingering delays are likely over the coming hours as airlines work to clear backlogs. Heightened security will likely remain at BTV as police continue their investigations.

Advice

Contact your airline to confirm flight status if traveling via BTV. Do not check out of accommodations until onward travel is confirmed. Allow extra time for flight check-in and to clear airport security. Adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.