1 min readUpdated: Nov 11, 2026 01:00 PM ISTAuthorities are currently investigating why the pilot issued the hijack alert. (Representational image/File)An Air India flight from Kolkata to Mumbai was moved to isolation bay on Wednesday morning after a hijack alert was triggered before takeoff, sources said. The incident has triggered panic among public at the Kolkata airport.“The incident has occurred on Air India flight AI 772. For safety reasons, the aircraft has been moved to an isolation bay. Security personnel have rushed to the spot and surrounded the entire aircraft to begin a thorough search,” said an official.Sources said the alert was transmitted to Air Traffic Control before takeoff. Airport authorities swung into action immediately. Authorities are investigating whether the alert was triggered by a technical glitch or another reason. Air India, CISF and airport authorities are yet to issue an official statement.This is a developing story. Please refresh periodically for more updates.Sweety Kumari is a seasoned journalist reporting from West Bengal for The Indian Express. With over ... Read More Tags:air indiaAir India Express flight