Aena activated the security protocol at the on Tuesday, 3 November 2026, following a bomb threat on a flight from Manchester. The aircraft, carrying 114 passengers and seven crew, landed safely at 10:30.
Government Delegate confirmed a crisis committee was formed as the took control. Passengers and crew were disembarked for security checks while Alicante-based explosives experts were deployed to inspect the Ryanair aircraft.
National Police, firefighters, and 112 health workers were mobilised to manage the emergency. The incident occurred ahead of the next scheduled arrival from Gran Canaria at 12:20, as authorities worked to ensure the airport was safe for continued operations.