Explosion Disrupts Miyazaki Airport Operations

Miyazaki Airport in Japan was forced to close after the explosion of a World War II-era bomb, suspending 87 flights and affecting nearly 800 passengers. The explosion created a crater seven meters wide and one meter deep on the taxiway, occurring shortly after an airplane had just passed by. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force confirmed the bomb was likely dropped during wartime to prevent kamikaze attacks. Authorities are currently investigating the incident, and repairs are expected to conclude by Thursday morning. This event highlights ongoing issues with unexploded ordnance from the war, as remnants are still discovered across Japan decades later. Historical context notes that Miyazaki Airport was once a base for kamikaze missions during World War II.