Aeroport Quebec was evacuated following a threat call received by the Service de police de la Ville de Québec (SPVQ) at 10:10 pm ET on March 16, 2026. In response to the call, police established a perimeter around the terminal and deployed a dog team along with explosive technicians to ensure the safety of passengers and staff.
During the evacuation, some aircraft were held on the tarmac, and departures were temporarily halted. Authorities took precautionary measures to assess the situation thoroughly. The airport was declared accessible again shortly before 3:00 am ET, and normal operations resumed by approximately 3:30 am ET.
After extensive searches, the item of concern was determined to be unfounded. The evacuation was a precautionary measure due to the threatening 911 call, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by security personnel in maintaining safety at airports.
The airport management emphasized, “The safety of passengers, employees, and visitors remains our absolute priority.” Meanwhile, the SPVQ confirmed that checks carried out on the suspicious object were unfounded.
Authorities are currently investigating the origin of the threat call, and details remain unconfirmed regarding the motivations behind it. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance in airport security.
As the investigation progresses, authorities will provide additional updates to the public. The swift response by law enforcement and airport staff ensured that the situation was handled effectively, minimizing disruption and ensuring safety.
