Aeroport Quebec was evacuated late on March 16, 2026, following a threat call received by the Service de police de la Ville de Québec (SPVQ) around 10:10 pm ET. The call prompted immediate action, leading to the evacuation of the Jean-Lesage terminal as a precautionary measure.
In response to the threat, police established a perimeter around the terminal and deployed a dog team along with explosive technicians to conduct thorough checks. During this time, some aircraft were held on the tarmac, and departures were temporarily halted.
After extensive searches and technical examinations, the SPVQ determined that the item of concern was unfounded. The airport was declared accessible again shortly before 3:00 am ET, with normal operations resuming by approximately 3:30 am ET.
The rapid mobilization of municipal police, canine units, and provincial explosive technicians underscores the priority placed on public safety in such incidents. The situation highlights the operational disruption that threat calls can cause at transport hubs.
Authorities are continuing their investigation to determine the origin of the call and identify the caller. As of now, no further details about the caller or their motives have been released, as the inquiry remains active.
Travelers affected by the incident were able to continue their journeys after the scene was cleared. Airport officials and police have indicated that they will provide additional updates as the investigation progresses.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the motivations behind the threat call, but the incident serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by security personnel in maintaining safety at airports.
