Sydney Airport bomb scare: Emergency services rush to scene after incident involving Air New Zealand flight
Police have swarmed Sydney Airport after reports of a bomb on an incoming international flight.
Up to 40 emergency services crews rushed onto the tarmac following a bomb scare involving Air New Zealand flight NZ247 from Wellington.
The plane— carrying up to 140 passengers — landed safely in Sydney at 5.37pm and was quickly isolated on a separate runway where it remained for more than an hour.
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“About 4.50pm today, AFP members at Sydney Airport responded to an incident on board an aircraft that was en route to the airport,” an AFP spokesperson told 7News.
“Investigations are continuing. There is no threat to the community.”
Air New Zealand said its top priority was the safety of all onboard.
“We are aware of a security incident on NZ247 this evening,” Air New Zealand said in a statement.
“We are working with local authorities and following protocols established for such incidents.
“The safety and security of all passengers and crew is our top priority.”
