SECURITY INCIDENT RESULTING IN FLIGHT DISRUPTIONS AT VICTORIA FALLS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
01 March 2024, | Harare, Zimbabwe| This morning, a bomb and firearm alarm was raised at the Victoria Falls International Airport necessitating an immediate activation of all security measures in line with the Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPS).
As a safety and security precautionary measure, both in and outbound flight movements were disrupted through diversions or delays, while other airport ancillary facilities have been closed, to allow for thorough checks and investigations.
The Authority wishes to assure all operators, passengers, and visitors that adequate measures have been put in place for their safety and security. However, some of the measures may entail a disruption in the normal airport activities, to allow for the continuous monitoring of the environment.
Any inconvenience caused is sincerely regretted.
Issued by,
Dr. Eng. E Chingosho
Director General.
Level 3, R.G Mugabe International Airport Terminal Building,
P Bag CY 7716 Causeway, Harare, Zimbabwe
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