Israel flight receives 'bomb threat' just weeks after 'jihadist' hijack attempt

A flight bound for an Israeli airport is being searched after receiving a bomb threat just moments from landing. The Delta flight from New York (JFK) to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion was immediately directed to a remote area of the airport shortly after touching down. Reports suggest the incident was sparked by an anonymous threat to the aircraft.Flight data on tracking site FlightRadar did not show any deviation of the flight's normal route and it is not believed the aircraft put out a squawk - a signal used by flights during an emergency. TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say However, the data does show the flight landing approximately an hour early.All passengers were safely removed from the aircraft before security staff conducted a thorough...

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