Wizz Air flight from Luton in emergency landing after bomb threat

Following a bomb threat, the Wizz Air flight sought and received permission to land at Budapest Airport, according to a social media update from Ruszin-Szendis.

He explained that shortly after the request, a Hungarian Defence Forces Gripen fighter jet took off to escort the passenger plane. Once the escort mission concluded, the fighter jet returned to its base, and the police assumed control of the situation.

The airline reported that once the aircraft landed in an emergency, it taxied to a specific area where security personnel conducted thorough checks.

Wizz Air emphasized that it is fully cooperating with the relevant authorities and affirmed that ensuring the safety of both passengers and crew remains their top priority