By Nur Ashikin Abdul Aziz
SINGAPORE, Oct 15 (Bernama) -- Singapore scrambled two of its F-15SGs fighter jets after Air India Express received an email stating that there was a bomb on board flight AXB684 bound for Singapore.
Defence Minister Dr Ng Eng Hen said the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) fighter jets escorted the plane away from populated areas and it landed safely at Singapore Changi Airport at 10.04 pm Tuesday.
“Our Ground Based Air Defence (GBAD) systems and Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) were also activated. Once on the ground, the plane was handed to the airport police,” he posted on X.
Dr Ng said investigations are ongoing.
“Many thanks to the dedication and professionalism of our SAF and Home Team that keep us safe in our homes, even when threats exist around us.”
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