Calicut Airport conducts annual anti-hijacking mock exercise to test security readiness

KOZHIKODE, May 25, 2026An annual anti-hijacking mock exercise was conducted at Calicut Airport to assess the preparedness, response mechanisms, and inter-agency coordination required during an aviation security contingency.

The drill simulated a realistic security scenario involving the takeover of an aircraft, with a bus strategically incorporated into the design to recreate operational conditions.

The exercise demonstrated seamless coordination among multiple stakeholders, including the Central Industrial Security Force, National Security Guard, airport operator, state administration, local police, intelligence agencies, fire services, and airline representatives.

This collaboration ensured a swift and structured response executed in accordance with established standard operating procedures.

Joint exercises of this nature play a vital role in strengthening operational readiness and enhancing coordination among key stakeholders to effectively tackle evolving aviation security challenges.