Overview

• A bomb threat was reported on Ryanair flight FR6313 shortly before it landed at Brussels South Charleroi Airport at 10:52 a.m. local time on May 13, 2025.
• Authorities established a 500-meter safety perimeter, closed the airport's only runway, and suspended all operations for safety precautions.
• The 166 passengers onboard were held on the plane until police approved their evacuation; they were later disembarked safely.
• At least 11 flights were diverted to nearby airports, including Brussels Zaventem and Lille, while others experienced significant delays.
• By 1:45 p.m., officials confirmed the bomb threat was a hoax, reopened the runway, and resumed normal airport operations, with the aircraft being prepared for return to service.