California Plane Evacuated After Bomb Threat

Authorities in California evacuated a Hawaiian Airlines aircraft and detained a passenger following reports of a possible bomb threat just before takeoff at San Diego International Airport on Monday morning.

The Airbus A330, operating Hawaiian Airlines Flight 15 and bound for Honolulu, had just pushed back from the gate around 8:45 AM when a flight attendant informed the pilot that a passenger had made a statement suggesting a potential bomb on board.

The pilot immediately contacted local authorities, prompting a rapid response from the San Diego Harbor Police, FBI agents, and a SWAT team.

The aircraft was thoroughly searched, but no suspicious items were found, and officials later confirmed there was no actual threat to passengers or crew.

According to a statement from Hawaiian Airlines, a passenger had made a verbal threat involving the aircraft’s safety. The crew followed all safety protocols and notified law enforcement out of an abundance of caution.

San Diego Harbor Police spokesperson Brianne Mundy Page confirmed a suspect was taken into custody. While the identity and possible charges have not yet been released, officials indicated more information will be shared soon.

All 293 passengers on board were safely evacuated and transported by bus to a secure location within the airport. Hawaiian Airlines stated it is working to rebook passengers and ensure they reach Honolulu as quickly as possible.

The airline thanked its crew for their professionalism and care during the incident and reaffirmed its commitment to passenger safety and preparedness in emergency scenarios.