Passengers traveling across Europe faced significant disruptions on November 3, 2026, as multiple flights were forced to make emergency landings due to bomb threats. Airlines including Wizz Air reported incidents involving threats that turned out to be hoaxes, prompting extensive security measures and delays at various airports.

The Bulgarian transport ministry confirmed that a Wizz Air flight from Milan/Bergamo to Sofia was specifically targeted by a bomb threat. This incident was part of a broader pattern of threats that affected numerous flights, leading to emergency landings and heightened security protocols across the continent.S4

Experts have warned of 'significant' delays in air travel following these incidents, which included the closure of an airport and diversions of several flights. In one notable case, an Italian Air Force escort was required to ensure the safe landing of a flight that received a bomb threat, underscoring the seriousness of the situation.S3S5