Bomb Threat Causes Brief Ground Stops at Montreal and Ottawa Airports

Ground stops were lifted at Montreal and Ottawa airports after a bomb threat briefly halted flights. Ottawa authorities investigated a security incident, urging travelers to check flight statuses. The cause of the ground stoppage remains unknown, and Montreal officials have yet to comment.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 03-07-2025 17:57 IST | Created: 03-07-2025 17:57 IST
Bomb Threat Causes Brief Ground Stops at Montreal and Ottawa Airports
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International airports in Montreal and Ottawa resumed normal operations after an alarming bomb threat led to temporary flight suspensions on Thursday, according to a U.S. Federal Aviation Administration spokesperson.

The incident at Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport prompted a security investigation, with officials cautioning travelers to stay updated on flight statuses as operations could be affected.

Ottawa Police confirmed the investigation of a security incident, though details on what triggered the ground stoppage are currently undisclosed. Montreal airport officials have not yet provided a statement regarding the situation.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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