Transatlantic flight diverted to Shannon after note found in jet toilet suggested bomb was on board

A transatlantic flight was diverted to Shannon Airport following an apparent bomb threat.

Transatlantic flight diverted to Shannon after note found in jet toilet suggested bomb was on board
Mon, 11 Jun, 2018 - 18:30

By Patrick Flynn

Update - 5.52pm: A message suggesting there was a bomb on board was found scribbled on a surface in one of the jet’s toilets.

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