MADRID, Jan 15 (KUNA) -- A Turkish Airlines aircraft landed in the city of Barcelona following a threat indicating the presence of an explosive device on board, Spanish television reported on Thursday.
Quoting official sources, the broadcaster said the aircraft, which was traveling from Istanbul to Barcelona, was forced to make an emergency landing at Barcelona-El Prat International Airport after receiving the threat, prompting security forces to activate emergency safety protocols.
The report noted that the plane arrived approximately 30 minutes later than its scheduled time and was carrying 148 passengers and seven crew members. Security personnel established a safety perimeter around the aircraft, while passengers and crew were evacuated away from airport facilities and transported safely to the terminal building.
Spanish security forces, including the Civil Guard and local police, continue to inspect the aircraft to verify the credibility of the threat and conduct the necessary investigations. (end) hnd.aa