Bomb Threat on Viva Aerobus Flight From Cancun Turns Out to Be False Alarm
Mexico City — Mexico City International Airport activated emergency protocols Saturday after receiving a bomb threat against a Viva Aerobus flight arriving from Cancun, authorities said. A thorough search found no explosive device, confirming the incident was a false alarm.
The threat targeted aircraft with registration XA-VBM, which had just arrived as flight VB1029 from Cancun. The plane was parked at Gate 13 of Terminal 1 when the alert was received. The same aircraft was scheduled to depart later as flight VB1104 to Merida.
Security personnel from AVSEC and the Naval Airport Protection Unit deployed to the scene. A specialized Explosive Ordnance Disposal team conducted a full inspection of the aircraft and luggage.
After completing all security protocols, officials reported no evidence of any explosive device, confirming the alert was unfounded.
The incident occurred as President Claudia Sheinbaum was in Cancun for the official inauguration of the Nichupté Vehicular Bridge, a major infrastructure project aimed at improving traffic flow in the hotel zone.
Javier Mendez covers public safety, law enforcement, and legal affairs in Quintana Roo. He monitors official reports from the FGE (State Prosecutor's Office), the Mexican Navy, and municipal police to deliver accurate English summaries of crime, trafficking cases, arrests, and court rulings affecting the Riviera Maya region.Javier has been covering crime and public safety news since 2023, reporting on cases ranging from felony arrests and human trafficking investigations to court proceedings and organized crime-related incidents across Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Chetumal. His reporting provides English-speaking residents and travelers with reliable, timely information about safety conditions in Quintana Roo's major tourist destinations.Javier works closely with official government sources and press offices to verify facts before publication, and maintains an archive of law enforcement communications to provide context for ongoing stories. He is dedicated to accurate, factual reporting on complex safety issues that affect both residents and visitors to the region.For story tips: javier@rivieramayanews.mx
