23 Oct 2024 | 01:13 PM UTC
UK: Authorities suspend all flights at Birmingham International Airport Oct. 23 following security alert
Authorities suspend all flights at Birmingham International Airport, UK, Oct. 23 following security alert. Plan for disruptions.
Authorities suspend all flights at Birmingham International Airport (BHX) on the afternoon of Oct. 23 following a security alert. Officials have evacuated airport buildings and advised passengers not to travel to the terminals. Airport officials report that police are investigating the security alert.
Flight delays and disruptions are likely in coming hours. Passenger processing delays are likely as airport staff deal with the backlog. Road transport congestion is likely on the approaches to the airport.
Avoid traveling to BHX until authorities give the all-clear. Reconfirm all air travel if traveling through BHX. Allow for passenger processing delays if arriving at or departing from BHX.
