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Alarm at the airport: small caliber cartridge discovered during inspection!
Federal police find small caliber cartridge during security check at Cologne/Bonn Airport. Investigation proceedings initiated.
Alarm at the airport: small caliber cartridge discovered during inspection!
An exciting incident occurred at Cologne/Bonn Airport that once again underlines the importance of aviation security controls. On June 25, 2025, the federal police conducted a search at the security checkpoint, which produced unusual results. During the check, a small-caliber cartridge was discovered in a backpack belonging to a 33-year-old Italian citizen. The traveler was planning to leave on a flight to Tunis and obviously did not expect this discovery. The cartridge was seized and an investigation was initiated against the man on suspicion of violations of the Weapons Act and the Aviation Security Act.
However, after the police measures were carried out, the man was allowed to start his journey. The Federal Police, which is always extremely vigilant in such cases, pointed out that carrying ammunition and weapons on aircraft is strictly prohibited and can have serious criminal consequences. This is not only a clear appeal to all travelers, but also a strong reminder of the need to take airport security regulations seriously to ensure the safety of all travelers.
Aviation security in focus
The events at Cologne/Bonn Airport come into a larger context. From January 1, 2024, the airport company has assumed responsibility for aviation security controls at Berlin-Brandenburg Airport (BER). ber.berlin-airport.de reported. The aim of this measure is to optimize processes and shorten waiting times for passengers, while always keeping the safety of travelers and staff the top priority.
The introduction of modern CT scanners, which enable quick and thorough detection of various materials, is a further step towards safety. At BER, five of a total of eight CT scanners in Terminal 2 are already in operation. In the future, these technologies could also help travelers avoid having to take liquids or electronic devices out of their carry-on luggage, which should make traveling more pleasant overall.
Given these developments, it is not only important that travelers are aware of security regulations, but also that airports continually work to optimize their security measures. Incidents like the one at Cologne/Bonn Airport are reminders of the importance of remaining vigilant and observing safety regulations to ensure safety in air transport.