Why thousands now face travel misery at popular airport
The incident, involving a Beechcraft B200 Super King Air, occurred due to landing gear problems, leading to the runway's closure from 2:40 PM until shortly before 8 PM.
Three people on board the aircraft were assessed by West Midlands Ambulance Service, with one person sustaining minor injuries.
The emergency caused significant delays for passengers, both those departing from and arriving at Birmingham, even after the runway reopened.
The Air Accidents Investigations Branch (AAIB) has launched an investigation into the incident, with a team of experts dispatched to the scene.
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