Riyadh-Mumbai flight diverts to Muscat for emergency landing after security incident
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A flight en route from Riyadh to Mumbai made an emergency landing at Muscat International Airport due to a reported security incident, according to a statement from Oman's Civil Aviation Authority.
The foreign-operated aircraft, carrying 192 passengers, was flying over Oman airspace when it was diverted to Muscat. Emergency teams and relevant authorities promptly responded to the situation, taking necessary measures to ensure the safety of all passengers and crew members.
Authorities confirmed that there was no immediate threat to the aircraft, and all passengers and crew were safe. The Civil Aviation Authority emphasized that the response teams, along with strategic partners, adhered to the highest safety and security standards during the incident.