Suspicious item in passenger's luggage caused temporary closure of terminal and security checkpoint at airport today

The terminal and security check point at the California Redwood Coast Humboldt County Airport (ACV) were closed at approximately 3:45 p.m. today, Wednesday, May 1, due to a security concern related to a suspicious item in a passenger’s luggage. This temporary closure was in place out of caution while Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agents and the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office investigated the issue.

Safety is ACV’s first priority. While the investigation was conducted the airport airfield (runways and taxiways) remained open as a safety buffer was established. There was one airline delay as a result of this matter.

At approximately 7:30 p.m. the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office determined that the suspicious item was cleared and there is no cause for further concern. The terminal and security check point reopened at 7:45 p.m.

The Humboldt County Department of Aviation would like to thank the community for their patience while the investigation took place. The Department of Aviation extends its utmost gratitude to the TSA, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office for their prompt response.