What is code red at an airport?

Pilots are instructed to land at the nearest possible suitable airport in the event of a Code Red. Hearing Code Red at the terminal typically means there's a confirmed security risk, such as a bomb or terrorist. Airport security and police are almost immediately mobilized to deal with the situation.



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