Air Canada plane leaving Halifax receives mid-flight threat, lands safely in U.S.
Videos
-
Air Canada plane leaving Halifax receives mid-flight threat, lands safely in U.S.
00:48 | February 20, 2024
-
Global News at 6 Halifax: Sept. 15
23:56 | 40 minutes ago
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 13
10:06 | September 13, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 13
10:06 | September 13, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 12
13:36 | September 12, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 12
13:36 | September 12, 2026
-
Ottawa will not recognize ‘southern Inuit’ as holding Indigenous rights
01:36 | September 12, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Halifax: Sept. 11
23:55 | September 11, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Halifax: Sept. 10
23:54 | September 10, 2026
-
Slowdown in wood deliveries to Nackawic Pulp Mill affecting forestry sector
02:32 | September 9, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Halifax: Sept. 8
23:28 | September 8, 2026
-
First day of fall sitting at legislature looks at the economy, tariff feud and workers’ rights
02:00 | September 8, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 7
24:56 | September 7, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 7
24:56 | September 7, 2026
-
Cape Breton swamped by severe floods, more rain on the way
00:29 | September 6, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 6
14:41 | September 6, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 6
14:41 | September 6, 2026
-
First Fringe Festival for kids
02:12 | September 6, 2026
-
N.S. authorities warn of increased flooding in Cape Breton
00:29 | September 6, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 5
14:31 | September 5, 2026
-
Maritime environmental groups call on provincial governments to better address climate change
02:09 | September 4, 2026
-
Latin-American organization aiming to preserve Hispanic culture in Halifax
01:57 | September 4, 2026
-
Marco MacLeod resigns from postion after weeks of rap lyric backlash
02:00 | September 3, 2026
-
Atlantic Canadian politicians react after Hilroy leaves Cape Breton, Newfoundland off its cover
02:05 | September 3, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Halifax: Sept. 2
23:32 | September 2, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 1
13:40 | September 1, 2026
-
Halifax legal community reacts to N.S. preventing people living in tents from higher income assistance
02:07 | September 1, 2026
-
Advocates say gender-based violence still overlooked in N.S. mass shooting
02:17 | September 1, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Halifax: Aug. 31
23:54 | August 31, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Aug. 30
12:25 | August 30, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Aug. 30
12:25 | August 30, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Aug. 29
11:55 | August 29, 2026
-
Air Canada plane leaving Halifax receives mid-flight threat, lands safely in U.S.
00:48 | February 20, 2024
-
Global News at 6 Halifax: Sept. 15
23:56 | 40 minutes ago
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 13
10:06 | September 13, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 13
10:06 | September 13, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 12
13:36 | September 12, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 12
13:36 | September 12, 2026
-
Ottawa will not recognize ‘southern Inuit’ as holding Indigenous rights
01:36 | September 12, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Halifax: Sept. 11
23:55 | September 11, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Halifax: Sept. 10
23:54 | September 10, 2026
-
Slowdown in wood deliveries to Nackawic Pulp Mill affecting forestry sector
02:32 | September 9, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Halifax: Sept. 8
23:28 | September 8, 2026
-
First day of fall sitting at legislature looks at the economy, tariff feud and workers’ rights
02:00 | September 8, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 7
24:56 | September 7, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 7
24:56 | September 7, 2026
-
Cape Breton swamped by severe floods, more rain on the way
00:29 | September 6, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 6
14:41 | September 6, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 6
14:41 | September 6, 2026
-
First Fringe Festival for kids
02:12 | September 6, 2026
-
N.S. authorities warn of increased flooding in Cape Breton
00:29 | September 6, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 5
14:31 | September 5, 2026
-
Maritime environmental groups call on provincial governments to better address climate change
02:09 | September 4, 2026
-
Latin-American organization aiming to preserve Hispanic culture in Halifax
01:57 | September 4, 2026
-
Marco MacLeod resigns from postion after weeks of rap lyric backlash
02:00 | September 3, 2026
-
Atlantic Canadian politicians react after Hilroy leaves Cape Breton, Newfoundland off its cover
02:05 | September 3, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Halifax: Sept. 2
23:32 | September 2, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 1
13:40 | September 1, 2026
-
Halifax legal community reacts to N.S. preventing people living in tents from higher income assistance
02:07 | September 1, 2026
-
Advocates say gender-based violence still overlooked in N.S. mass shooting
02:17 | September 1, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Halifax: Aug. 31
23:54 | August 31, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Aug. 30
12:25 | August 30, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Aug. 30
12:25 | August 30, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Aug. 29
11:55 | August 29, 2026
Air Canada plane leaving Halifax receives mid-flight threat, lands safely in U.S.
Description
February 20, 2024
American officials are investigating a threat made against an Air Canada flight from Halifax to New Jersey on Monday. According to a statement by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, Newark airport police received a report regarding a "threat made towards Air Canada flight 8547" on Monday around noon.
-
Air Canada plane leaving Halifax receives mid-flight threat, lands safely in U.S.00:48 | February 20, 2024 -
Global News at 6 Halifax: Sept. 1523:56 | 40 minutes ago -
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 1310:06 | September 13, 2026 -
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 1310:06 | September 13, 2026 -
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 1213:36 | September 12, 2026 -
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 1213:36 | September 12, 2026 -
Ottawa will not recognize ‘southern Inuit’ as holding Indigenous rights01:36 | September 12, 2026 -
Global News at 6 Halifax: Sept. 1123:55 | September 11, 2026 -
Global News at 6 Halifax: Sept. 1023:54 | September 10, 2026 -
Slowdown in wood deliveries to Nackawic Pulp Mill affecting forestry sector02:32 | September 9, 2026 -
Global News at 6 Halifax: Sept. 823:28 | September 8, 2026 -
First day of fall sitting at legislature looks at the economy, tariff feud and workers’ rights02:00 | September 8, 2026 -
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 724:56 | September 7, 2026 -
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 724:56 | September 7, 2026 -
Cape Breton swamped by severe floods, more rain on the way00:29 | September 6, 2026 -
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 614:41 | September 6, 2026 -
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 614:41 | September 6, 2026 -
First Fringe Festival for kids02:12 | September 6, 2026 -
N.S. authorities warn of increased flooding in Cape Breton00:29 | September 6, 2026 -
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 514:31 | September 5, 2026 -
Maritime environmental groups call on provincial governments to better address climate change02:09 | September 4, 2026 -
Latin-American organization aiming to preserve Hispanic culture in Halifax01:57 | September 4, 2026 -
Marco MacLeod resigns from postion after weeks of rap lyric backlash02:00 | September 3, 2026 -
Atlantic Canadian politicians react after Hilroy leaves Cape Breton, Newfoundland off its cover02:05 | September 3, 2026 -
Global News at 6 Halifax: Sept. 223:32 | September 2, 2026 -
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 113:40 | September 1, 2026 -
Halifax legal community reacts to N.S. preventing people living in tents from higher income assistance02:07 | September 1, 2026 -
Advocates say gender-based violence still overlooked in N.S. mass shooting02:17 | September 1, 2026 -
Global News at 6 Halifax: Aug. 3123:54 | August 31, 2026 -
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Aug. 3012:25 | August 30, 2026 -
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Aug. 3012:25 | August 30, 2026 -
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Aug. 2911:55 | August 29, 2026
-
Air Canada plane leaving Halifax receives mid-flight threat, lands safely in U.S.00:48 | February 20, 2024
-
Global News at 6 Halifax: Sept. 1523:56 | 40 minutes ago
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 1310:06 | September 13, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 1310:06 | September 13, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 1213:36 | September 12, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 1213:36 | September 12, 2026
-
Ottawa will not recognize ‘southern Inuit’ as holding Indigenous rights01:36 | September 12, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Halifax: Sept. 1123:55 | September 11, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Halifax: Sept. 1023:54 | September 10, 2026
-
Slowdown in wood deliveries to Nackawic Pulp Mill affecting forestry sector02:32 | September 9, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Halifax: Sept. 823:28 | September 8, 2026
-
First day of fall sitting at legislature looks at the economy, tariff feud and workers’ rights02:00 | September 8, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 724:56 | September 7, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 724:56 | September 7, 2026
-
Cape Breton swamped by severe floods, more rain on the way00:29 | September 6, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 614:41 | September 6, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 614:41 | September 6, 2026
-
First Fringe Festival for kids02:12 | September 6, 2026
-
N.S. authorities warn of increased flooding in Cape Breton00:29 | September 6, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 514:31 | September 5, 2026
-
Maritime environmental groups call on provincial governments to better address climate change02:09 | September 4, 2026
-
Latin-American organization aiming to preserve Hispanic culture in Halifax01:57 | September 4, 2026
-
Marco MacLeod resigns from postion after weeks of rap lyric backlash02:00 | September 3, 2026
-
Atlantic Canadian politicians react after Hilroy leaves Cape Breton, Newfoundland off its cover02:05 | September 3, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Halifax: Sept. 223:32 | September 2, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Sept. 113:40 | September 1, 2026
-
Halifax legal community reacts to N.S. preventing people living in tents from higher income assistance02:07 | September 1, 2026
-
Advocates say gender-based violence still overlooked in N.S. mass shooting02:17 | September 1, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Halifax: Aug. 3123:54 | August 31, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Aug. 3012:25 | August 30, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Aug. 3012:25 | August 30, 2026
-
Global News at 6 Maritimes: Aug. 2911:55 | August 29, 2026
Air Canada plane leaving Halifax receives mid-flight threat, lands safely in U.S.
Description
February 20, 2024
American officials are investigating a threat made against an Air Canada flight from Halifax to New Jersey on Monday. According to a statement by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, Newark airport police received a report regarding a "threat made towards Air Canada flight 8547" on Monday around noon.
National News
-
Priorities of many undecided voters vary widely in Quebec election1:565 hours ago -
U.S. announces space-based weapons: What’s the risk?2:056 hours ago -
Bernie Sanders, Steve Bannon demand AI restrictions at ‘pro-human’ summit1:576 hours ago -
RSV immunization reduces infant ICU admissions by 97%, study says1:447 hours ago -
Zendaya, Shailene Woodley, and more: The best and worst-dressed celebs on Emmy Awards blue carpet6:067 hours ago -
‘If it doesn’t save money, why do it?’: Poilievre on Carney seeking private investments at airports1:047 hours ago -
Health Matters: AB government maintaining $100 COVID-19 vaccine fee2:127 hours ago -
Business Matters: Select Canadian goods hit by new U.S. tariffs2:167 hours ago -
Discover Slovenia’s Hidden Wonders7:1211 hours ago -
The Morning Show: Sept. 1545:3911 hours ago
Advertisement
Top News
-
Zendaya, Shailene Woodley, and more: The best and worst-dressed celebs on Emmy Awards blue carpet6:067 hours ago -
2026 Emmy Awards: The hottest celebrity looks from the red carpet5:237 hours ago -
Record-high diesel prices spark fears of higher grocery costs1:477 hours ago -
BC’s deficit grows to $13.8B2:101 day ago -
Data centre biggest Sask. investment in history1:411 day ago -
Trump ignores concerns, pushes U.S. to stay ahead of the global AI race1:521 day ago -
Passenger ferry capsizes in Indonesia’s Java Sea, killing at least 61:571 day ago -
Trump drops tariff on Irish whiskey while booze ban looms for Canada0:271 day ago -
Celine Dion returns to the stage after 6 years at Paris residency: ‘I missed this’2:021 day ago -
Canada ‘not looking’ to be EU member, but will soon begin discussions for ‘unique alliance’: Carney0:322 days ago
Sponsored Content
Global National
-
Global National: Sept. 1422:101 day ago -
Global National: Sept. 1322:152 days ago -
Global National: Sept. 1221:393 days ago -
Global National: Sept. 1122:514 days ago -
Global National: Sept. 1022:205 days ago -
Global National: Sept. 921:326 days ago -
Global National: Sept. 822:391 week ago -
Global National: Sept. 721:571 week ago -
Global National: Sept. 621:571 week ago -
Global National: Sept. 522:281 week ago
Trending
-
Young Toronto entertainer brings classic jazz pop to a new generation3:041 week ago -
Canadian broadcasting legend Lloyd Robertson dies at 923:311 month ago
-
1 dead after cooking-related fire at Toronto apartment building2:301 month ago -
Olivia Chow finally confirms she’s running for a second term at Toronto’s Mayor2:294 months ago -
Toronto fire crews melt Drake ice sculpture2:165 months ago -
Toronto man who killed 2 strangers 2 days apart found guilty of first-degree murder2:063 months ago
Canada
-
Longtime Conservative riding Calgary-Shaw flips orange with NDP win1:527 hours ago -
‘If it doesn’t save money, why do it?’: Poilievre on Carney seeking private investments at airports1:047 hours ago -
Statistics Canada report: More than 85,000 Metro Vancouver homes are in high flood-risk zones4:0911 hours ago -
Carney makes several economic announcements during keynote address at Toronto investment summit8:347 hours ago -
What Carney’s push to strengthen Canada-EU ties could look like2:017 hours ago -
Canada’s inflation rate steady at 3% in August as travel costs soar2:017 hours ago -
Carney pitches projects at inaugural Canada Investment Summit2:061 day ago -
Okanagan communities react to FireSmart project funding1:421 day ago -
Data centre biggest Sask. investment in history1:411 day ago -
New cost overrun scandal haunts CAQ amid Quebec election2:221 day ago
U.S. News
-
Business Matters: Select Canadian goods hit by new U.S. tariffs2:167 hours ago -
Bob Mackie, legendary fashion designer, dies at 871:597 hours ago -
‘SICK conspiracy’: Trump dismisses growing concerns about AI risks to humanity2:007 hours ago -
Sydney Sweeney sports betting ad faces mounting backlash1:541 day ago -
‘I find Canada to be the worst country to deal with,’ Trump tells reporters0:291 day ago -
Trump downplays AI warnings as concerns grow2:341 day ago -
U.S.-Canada trade war makes cross-border shipping tougher5:352 days ago -
Trump says he would ‘love’ to see Ireland unified2:183 days ago -
‘My hydronyms are Lake and Ontario’: Merch takes aim at Trump’s ‘Lake America’1:536 hours ago
Advertisement
World
-
Conflict with U.S. and Iran causing changes to Dalhousie law school admission process2:146 hours ago -
‘SICK conspiracy’: Trump dismisses growing concerns about AI risks to humanity2:007 hours ago -
What Carney’s push to strengthen Canada-EU ties could look like2:017 hours ago -
Record-high diesel prices spark fears of higher grocery costs1:477 hours ago -
Passenger ferry capsizes in Indonesia’s Java Sea, killing at least 61:571 day ago -
Celine Dion returns to the stage after 6 years at Paris residency: ‘I missed this’2:021 day ago -
Trump says he would ‘love’ to see Ireland unified2:183 days ago -
9/11, 25 years later: Remembering Rick Rescorla, who saved thousands of lives, but lost his own3:034 days ago -
Israel destroys Hezbollah tunnels in southern Lebanon1:424 days ago -
Canada-U.S. 9/11 ceremony takes on new significance2:014 days ago
Politics
-
Stephen Harper believes Canada had ‘no choice’ but to walk away from US trade talks1:104 hours ago -
Mark Carney opening 4 Canadian airports to private investment2:465 hours ago -
N.S. auditor general presents recommendations to improve out-of-province medical claims program2:146 hours ago -
N.B. starts new long-term education plan after expert says previous ones “fell short”2:466 hours ago -
Peterborough council backs replacement of McFarlane Street bridge, Ashburnham Drive realignment1:566 hours ago -
Peterborough school board trustee candidates hit campaign trails2:286 hours ago -
Bernie Sanders, Steve Bannon demand AI restrictions at ‘pro-human’ summit1:576 hours ago -
Owner of Halifax Wanderers proposes new stadium at HRM council2:126 hours ago -
Would Toronto’s mayoral candidate use strong mayor powers?1:506 hours ago -
First Toronto mayoral debate focuses on affordability1:496 hours ago
Health and Wellness
-
Montreal father, daughter turn cancer diagnosis into push for awareness2:457 hours ago -
RSV immunization reduces infant ICU admissions by 97%, study says1:447 hours ago -
Health Matters: AB government maintaining $100 COVID-19 vaccine fee2:127 hours ago -
Nova Scotia unveils initatives to improve women’s health care2:061 day ago -
Endometrial cancer awareness campaign kicks off, doctors say more education needed1:321 day ago -
Health Matters: 3 deaths in Pennsylvania associated with measles outbreak, records show2:141 day ago -
Vaccine-injured Canadians testify in Ottawa2:201 day ago -
Generic acetaminophen tablets recalled across Canada0:354 days ago -
Study finds drug seizures increased during decriminalization pilot4:004 days ago -
Health Matters: Ottawa announces $5M in funding to support HIV prevention and support services1:564 days ago
Advertisement
Investigative News
-
Study finds drug seizures increased during decriminalization pilot4:004 days ago -
Questions about Vancouver police investigation into Kal Dosanjh2:121 week ago -
Why would NASA researchers be interested in studying the Pear Lake fire the Cariboo? And why was a Cold War era plane used to fly over it?6:341 week ago -
Canada gave contracts to Iran VP’s son while investigating role in regime missile program2:462 weeks ago -
Global exclusive: Richmond kidnapping update2:262 months ago -
FOI requests reveal Saskatchewan man’s foster system abuse claims were documented, then ignored3:242 months ago -
‘Operation Hard Ball’ suspects in court2:242 months ago -
The expanding reach of India-based organized crime groups in Canada4:452 months ago -
Stranger attack victim speaks out after release of suspect2:312 months ago -
Why Carleton University student has been flagged as a security threat2:103 months ago
News Bloopers
-
Atlantic Canadian politicians react after Hilroy leaves Cape Breton, Newfoundland off its cover2:052 weeks ago -
‘Amoosing’ cow leaves Global News Morning crew in stitches1:599 months ago -
‘Can’t use that on TV’: Watch a Global News reporter jump from the highest bungee jump in Canada0:3717 months ago -
Edmonton, B.C. morning show hosts settle NHL playoff bet3:0528 months ago -
‘You can’t make this stuff up:’ Loud clap of thunder interrupts live TV segment at pivotal moment0:2535 months ago -
Global Calgary weather anchor startled by surprise guest appearance0:2139 months ago -
‘Buzzworthy moment’: Colin D’Mello recaps Doug Ford accidentally swallowing a bee1:5749 months ago -
‘Did you just call me daddy?’: Morning show hosts can’t hold back laughter after on-air mixup1:1550 months ago -
B.C. dad hoping to see his cloud photo on TV get his wish following viral TikTok campaign2:1253 months ago -
Bloopers: Phil Darlington slips, slides and falls in these Our Winter City outtakes1:3847 months ago