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American Airlines says not hit in Brussels airport attack

Published: 22 Mar 2016 - 02:52 pm | Last Updated: 11 Nov 2021 - 04:49 am
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A picture taken on March 22, 2016 shows a general view of the Brussels Airport in Zaventem, on March 22, 2016, after a string of explosions rocked Brussels airport and a city metro station. AFP PHOTO / THIERRY MONASSE


Washington: American Airlines said a bomb blast did not occur at its check-in at Brussels' airport, which was rocked by explosions in attacks on the Belgian capital Tuesday. 

"At this time there are no reported injuries to our employees. American Airlines check-in operates at row eight of the departure hall, and the explosions did not occur at row eight," the airline said in a statement.

Unconfirmed reports on social media had said a blast took place near the American Airlines check-in counter.

American Airlines flight 751, due to have left Brussels Tuesday for Philadelphia, has been canceled, the airline said.

"American Airlines is taking care of our employees and customers in Brussels after this morning's events," it added.

AFP