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Switchblade in a backpack — and still on board: A reality check from Erfurt–Weimar Airport

Erfurt–Weimar switchblade incident and a Mallorca-bound flight

A switchblade was confiscated; the passenger boarded a Mallorca flight after checks showed no other danger.

Published: June 25, 2026
Switchblade in a backpack — and still on board: A reality check from Erfurt–Weimar Airport

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What happened at the Erfurt–Weimar incident involving a switchblade and a Mallorca-bound passenger?

A switchblade was found in a passenger’s carry-on; it was confiscated and an investigation opened for violating weapons law. The passenger was later allowed to board the flight to Mallorca after authorities determined there were no other dangerous items.

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