Police have responded to a bomb threat at King Phalo International Airport in KuGompo City, Eastern Cape.
Provincial police say an individual called from an unknown number and alleged that a bomb had been placed inside an aircraft that had landed at the airport.
The aircraft is being held at the airport in line with standard security protocols, while all 184 passengers have safely disembarked.
A multidisciplinary team has been deployed to the scene, including the bomb disposal unit, K9 explosive detection dogs, hostage negotiators, disaster management officials, airport security personnel and emergency medical services.
Police spokesperson Brigadier Nobantu Gantana says authorities are investigating the origin of the threat.
Police have urged members of the public to refrain from speculation while investigations and security procedures continue.