Wizz Air Flight Diverted to Budapest After Bomb Threat

Passengers exited the aircraft without injury. Firefighters, police, and counter-terrorism officials converged on the scene.

Authorities now conduct a security inspection of the aircraft and all passengers.

Wizz Air confirmed the incident. A spokesperson stated, "Wizz Air confirms that today's London Luton–Sofia flight was diverted to Budapest following a bomb threat received during the flight."

The spokesperson added, "The aircraft diverted and landed safely at Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport in accordance with the relevant security protocols and procedures, before taxiing to a designated stand, where the relevant authorities carried out the necessary security checks on the aircraft and passengers."

Wizz Air cooperates fully with authorities. The airline stated, "The safety of passengers and crew remains our highest priority."

This diversion occurs amid heightened aviation security procedures across Europe. Airlines must follow strict protocols when a potential threat arises during a flight.