Two suspected terrorists removed from a KLM aircraft

German security forces removed two suspected terrorists from a KLM aircraft on 26 September 2008 at approximately 0700 local time. The two suspected terrorists were reportedly from Somalia and were en route to Amsterdam, the capital. Police officers removed the suspects and their luggage from the aircraft. The aircraft was immediately evacuated as officials conducted a thorough search on board. The two suspects had reportedly been under surveillance for several months prior to the arrests. Reports indicate that suicide notes were found at the suspects’ apartments. Authorities do not believe the two men intended to hijack the aircraft. No delays or disruptions were reported at the airport and the KLM flight departed less than an hour after the aircraft was evacuated.