Bomb threat disrupts airport operations in Chișinău airport
Operations at Chișinău International Airport named after Eugen Doga were temporarily suspended following an anonymous bomb threat. Emergency services from the Ministry of Internal Affairs were deployed to the scene, including explosive ordnance specialists. Passengers and airport staff were evacuated while security checks were carried out. Flights were delayed or redirected as a precaution during the incident.
Military aircraft presence draws attention
According to publicly available flight tracking data from Flightradar24, an aircraft identified as a Lockheed C-130J Hercules operated by the Italian Air Force landed at the airport during the disruption. No official statement has been issued regarding the purpose of the aircraft’s arrival.
Awaiting official clarification
Authorities have not yet provided detailed information on the outcome of the security checks or the nature of the reported threat. The incident has prompted public interest, particularly regarding the timing of the aircraft’s landing amid restricted airport operations.
