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The European Cockpit Association (ECA) expressed serious concerns regarding military interceptions of commercial flights during recent false bomb alerts in Europe. They criticized the lack of adherence to operational safety requirements, particularly in emergency landing protocols. The Irish Airline Pilots Association (IALPA) reported that an Aer Lingus flight was redirected to an unsuitable airfield without necessary operational information. Pilot associations are alarmed by potential legal actions against captains prioritizing passenger safety. ECA emphasized the importance of respecting pilots' decisions and warned that prosecuting pilots could jeopardize aviation safety and cooperation with authorities.