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Daily Record
2 days ago
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- Daily Record
Loganair plane forced to make emergency landing after engine burst into flames
An investigation into the fire has since been carried out. A Loganair flight was forced to divert to Aberdeen Airport after one of its engines caught fire, a probe has determined. The terrifying incident on July 23, 2024 on the service from Glasgow to Sumburgh Airport in Shetland had 30 passengers on board. A mayday alert was declared due to a malfunction with the aircraft, with the captain left with no option but to make an emergency landing in the Granite City. Crews were able to shut down the engine and successfully put out the fire, Aberdeen Live reports. An investigation examining the incident, launched by the Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB), stated that the flight left Glasgow at 11.30am, but just 30 minutes into the journey, the pilot described hearing a "big thump" or "muffled bang". The plane then "immediately yawned to the left" before the autopilot corrected its route. It was at this point that the mayday call was issued and the diversion was initiated, with it landing safely at Aberdeen a short time later. The report stated: "Whilst in the cruise, the aircraft suffered a contained failure of the No 1 engine and a subsequent fire inside its cowlings due to a leak from the fuel return line which had become sufficiently loose following the engine failure to result in fuel leakage. "Although this is the only known instance of this fuel line becoming loose, the aircraft manufacturer has commenced a safety review to identify any possible safety actions which would further reduce the likelihood of leakage from the fuel return line." Loganair confirmed in response that the review was underway, and is set to be finished by the end of 2025. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. The Edinburgh-bound flight, which had left Southampton just before 1pm on Wednesday, issued a squawk 7700 code, before being diverted to Manchester Airport. The nature of the incident is still unknown.
Daily Record
2 days ago
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- Daily Record
Loganair flight heading to Edinburgh diverted after pilot declares mid-air-emergency
The aircraft was set to land in Edinburgh but was diverted to Manchester after the alarm was raised. An flight heading towards Edinburgh has been forced to divert after declaring a mid-air emergency. Loganair flight LM324 issued a squawk 7700 code as it headed for the capital after taking off from Southampton shortly before 1pm on Wednesday. The aircraft was set to land in Edinburgh around 1.55pm but was diverted to Manchester after the alarm was raised. The nature of the incident is currently unknown. A flight tracker map showed the plane travelled up past the Midlands before looping towards Liverpool and landing safely at Manchester Airport. It comes after an Edinburgh-bound easyJet flight declared an emergency shortly after take-off due to a "bird strike" on Sunday evening. Flight EZY3294 departed Geneva Airport in Switzerland before flight data confirmed it issued a squawk 7700 code - indicating a general emergency. The flight circled around just outside Geneva and returned to the Swiss city airport before being cancelled by the airline. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Flight information on easyJet's online tracker confirmed the jet struck a bird which led an an aircraft default that 'could not be resolved', with a replacement flight yet to be confirmed according to FlightRadar24. The airline wrote: "We're sorry that your flight has been cancelled. This is due to a bird strike that led to an aircraft default that could not be resolved. "We understand that this will be disappointing news and we want to make it as easy as possible for you to make new plans, so here's everything you need to know about what to do next. "The disruption to your flight is outside of our control and is considered to be an extraordinary circumstance." It is understood passengers were given the option to select a new flight for free, request an easyJet voucher for the full value of the ticket or request a refund. An easyJet spokesperson said: 'We can confirm that flight EZY3294 from Geneva to Edinburgh on 15 June was cancelled due to a bird strike shortly after take-off. The pilot took the decision to return to Geneva in line with our procedures and performed a routine landing. Emergency services attended the aircraft on arrival as a precautionary measure only and all passengers disembarked normally into the terminal. 'While this was outside of our control, we are sorry for the inconvenience this will have caused and we did all we could to minimise the impact for our customers. We provided options to rebook onto the next available flight or receive a refund, as well as hotel accommodation and meals for those who required them. 'The safety of our customers and crew is easyJet's highest priority and easyJet operates its fleet of aircraft in strict compliance with all manufacturers' guidelines."
Edinburgh Live
2 days ago
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- Edinburgh Live
Pilot of Edinburgh-bound flight declares mid-air emergency before being diverted
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info An Edinburgh-bound flight declared a mid-air emergency on Wednesday afternoon. Flight LM324, operated by Loganair, issued a squawk 7700 code as it headed for the capital after taking off from Southampton on June 18, reports The Scottish Sun. The aircraft was set to land in Edinburgh around 1.55pm after taking off at 12.56pm. The nature of the incident is unknown at this time. The plane landed safely in Manchester after being diverted. Loganair has been approached for comment. On Monday, June 16, we reported an Edinburgh-bound easyJet flight declared an emergency shortly after take-off due to a "bird strike" on Sunday evening. Flight EZY3294 departed Geneva Airport in Switzerland before flight data confirmed it issued a squawk 7700 code - indicating a general emergency. The flight circled around just outside Geneva and returned to the Swiss city airport before being cancelled by the airline. Flight information on easyJet's online tracker confirmed the jet struck a bird which led an an aircraft default that 'could not be resolved', with a replacement flight yet to be confirmed according to FlightRadar24. The airline wrote: "We're sorry that your flight has been cancelled. This is due to a bird strike that led to an aircraft default that could not be resolved. "We understand that this will be disappointing news and we want to make it as easy as possible for you to make new plans, so here's everything you need to know about what to do next. "The disruption to your flight is outside of our control and is considered to be an extraordinary circumstance." It is understood passengers were given the option to select a new flight for free, request an easyJet voucher for the full value of the ticket or request a refund. An easyJet spokesperson said: 'We can confirm that flight EZY3294 from Geneva to Edinburgh on 15 June was cancelled due to a bird strike shortly after take-off. The pilot took the decision to return to Geneva in line with our procedures and performed a routine landing. Emergency services attended the aircraft on arrival as a precautionary measure only and all passengers disembarked normally into the terminal. 'While this was outside of our control, we are sorry for the inconvenience this will have caused and we did all we could to minimise the impact for our customers. We provided options to rebook onto the next available flight or receive a refund, as well as hotel accommodation and meals for those who required them. 'The safety of our customers and crew is easyJet's highest priority and easyJet operates its fleet of aircraft in strict compliance with all manufacturers' guidelines."
Scotsman
5 days ago
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- Scotsman
Bird strike forces Edinburgh-bound flight from Geneva to land minutes after take-off
A bird strike forced an Edinburgh-bound easyJet flight from Geneva to land minutes after take-off yesterday evening. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... The Airbus A320-214, which had been due to leave the Swiss city at 5.15pm on Sunday, June 15, left Geneva at 6.06pm and declared a general emergency shortly after take off. The plane then circled the local area including Lake Geneva, before returning to the departure airport at 6.30pm. A note on the easyJet live flight tracker said: 'We're sorry that your flight has been cancelled. This is due to a bird strike that led to an aircraft default that could not be resolved. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'We understand that this will be disappointing news and we want to make it as easy as possible for you to make new plans, so here's everything you need to know about what to do next. 'The disruption to your flight is outside of our control and is considered to be an extraordinary circumstance.' An easyJet flight travelling from Geneva to Edinburgh Airport was forced to return to the Swiss city minutes after take-off after a general emergency onboard. | AFP via Getty Images An earlier message said: 'We're sorry your plane has returned to its gate. This is because of a bird strike that needs to be inspected by our engineers. The safety of you and our crew is our highest priority and we thank you for your patience while we complete the necessary checks.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad A spokesperson for easyJet told the Evening News: 'We can confirm that flight EZY3294 from Geneva to Edinburgh on June 15 was cancelled due to a bird strike shortly after take-off. The pilot took the decision to return to Geneva in line with our procedures and performed a routine landing. 'Emergency services attended the aircraft on arrival as a precautionary measure only and all passengers disembarked normally into the terminal. 'While this was outside of our control, we are sorry for the inconvenience this will have caused and we did all we could to minimise the impact for our customers. We provided options to rebook onto the next available flight or receive a refund, as well as hotel accommodation and meals for those who required them. 'The safety of our customers and crew is easyJet's highest priority and easyJet operates its fleet of aircraft in strict compliance with all manufacturers' guidelines.'
Edinburgh Live
5 days ago
- Edinburgh Live
Edinburgh easyJet flight declares mid-air emergency following 'bird strike'
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info An Edinburgh-bound easyJet flight declared an emergency shortly after take-off due to a "bird strike." Flight EZY3294 departed Geneva Airport in Switzerland shortly after 6pm on Sunday, June 15, before flight data confirmed it issued a squawk 7700 code - indicating a general emergency. The flight circled around just outside Geneva and returned to the Swiss city airport before being cancelled by the airline. Flight information on easyJet's online tracker confirmed the jet struck a bird which led an an aircraft default that 'could not be resolved', with a replacement flight yet to be confirmed according to FlightRadar24. The airline wrote: "We're sorry that your flight has been cancelled. This is due to a bird strike that led to an aircraft default that could not be resolved. "We understand that this will be disappointing news and we want to make it as easy as possible for you to make new plans, so here's everything you need to know about what to do next. "The disruption to your flight is outside of our control and is considered to be an extraordinary circumstance." It is understood passengers were given the option to select a new flight for free, request an easyJet voucher for the full value of the ticket or request a refund. EasyJet has been approached for comment.
