Austrian Airlines confirmed an A320 operating from Tel Aviv to Vienna was
diverted to Sofia late on Oct 18 local time after the crew reported receiving a
bomb threat while flying near the Romanian border. An air force fighter jet
escorted the aircraft to Sofia, where passengers were evacuated on landing. The
flight carried 51 passengers and six crew. Austrian Airlines said the aircraft
is being searched and passengers will be rebooked onto alternative flights after
the search is completed.
