TUI flight from Glasgow forced to divert due to mid-air ‘technical fault'
PLANE DRAMA TUI flight from Glasgow forced to divert due to mid-air 'technical fault'
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window)
Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)
A FLIGHT from Glasgow was forced to divert moments after take off over a "technical fault".
The TUI aircraft set off from the major Scottish airport at 3.45pm yesterday afternoon and was heading for Sharm el-Sheikh in Egypt.
Sign up for Scottish Sun
newsletter
Sign up
3
The flight took off from Glasgow Airport yesterday afternoon
Credit: Alamy
3
It was forced to divert after declaring a technical fault
Credit: Flightradar24
But, flight BY314 was forced to divert to Manchester.
According to Flightradar24, the plane looped around over the North Sea before heading into Manchester Airport.
It's understood that the problem was caused by an issue to the weather radar system.
TUI confirmed that the diversion was part of standard protocol, Glasgow Live reports.
The aircraft then landed safely in Manchester at 4.52pm.
The fault was fixed within two hours.
The TUI flight then departed for Sharm el-Sheikh at 6.13pm.
It then landed in the Egyptian city shortly after 1am this morning.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Scottish Sun
an hour ago
- Scottish Sun
Picturesque Scots ‘jewel' named among UK's best ‘chocolate box' villages
It's been featured in numerous films and TV productions Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A SCOTS seaside town has been named among the UK's best chocolate box villages. Plockton, in the Scottish Highlands, is reportedly picturesque enough to appear on a confectionery tin, according to data collected by accommodation provider Snaptrip. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Idyllic view of Plockton in the Highlands of Scotland Credit: Alamy The stunning spot was branded the "jewel of the Highlands" and is best known as the filming location for BBC mystery drama Hamish Macbeth - starring Robert Carlyle. It also boasts several charming pubs and restaurants and is known for its boat trips. The Snaptrip review reads: "Known as 'the jewel of the highlands', Plockton sits on a sheltered bay with stunning views of Loch Carron. "It's been featured in numerous films and TV productions, the most well-known being the BBC's series. "The sea is an integral part of Plockton's history and to this day yachts and other boats can be seen moored up in the bay. "There are also plenty of opportunities for you to get out on the water, from seal tours and kayaking to paddleboarding and sailing. Thousands of visitors flock to the spot every year and enjoy gorgeous views over Loch Duich. Meanwhile, Ashford-in-the-Water, Derbyshire, bagged first place and was followed by Hope Cove, Devon and Mousehole, Cornwall. Elsewhere a hidden gem visitor attraction has been named among the best tourist destinations in the world. The Great Tapestry of Scotland is located in Galashiels, in the Borders, and is home to one of the biggest community arts projects across the globe. And it has recently won a prestigious TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Award for the second year running. It earned a spot in the 2025 awards for the second year running after impressing with its "inspiring" showcase of Scottish history. The accolade places it in the top 10 per cent of listings globally that consistently earn positive reviews. Alexander McCall Smith first had the idea for The Great Tapestry of Scotland, which is a 143m-long work of art.
Scottish Sun
2 hours ago
- Scottish Sun
Scots flight from Turkey declares onboard emergency over Edinburgh
AIR DRAMA Scots flight from Turkey declares onboard emergency over Edinburgh Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) AN EDINBURGH-bound flight declared an onboard emergency while preparing to land at the Scottish capital. The Turkish Airlines aircraft was flying from Istanbul yesterday afternoon. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 The flight declared an onboard emergency while on descend to Edinburgh Credit: Alamy 3 The TK1345 flight took off from the Turkish city at 1.25pm It issued a squawk 7700 code which indicates a general emergency, Edinburgh Live reports. The TK1345 flight took off from the Turkish city at 1.25pm. The plane then landed at Edinburgh Airport just before 4pm. However, according to Flightradar24, the flight declared the emergency during descent into Edinburgh. It is not known why the plane declared and emergency incident. Turkish Airlines has been approached for comment. Yesterday, we told how a flight from Glasgow was forced to divert moments after take off over a "technical fault". The TUI aircraft set off from the major Scottish airport at 3.45pm yesterday afternoon and was heading for Sharm el-Sheikh in Egypt. But, flight BY314 was forced to divert to Manchester as the plane looped around over the North Sea. It's understood that the problem was caused by an issue to the weather radar system.
The National
4 hours ago
- The National
Turkish Airlines flight to Edinburgh declares mid-air emergency
The Turkish Airlines flight TK1345 from Istanbul landed in the capital shortly before 4pm on Friday after calling a general emergency on board. The emergency, first reported by Edinburgh Live, was declared during the plane's descent into Edinburgh, above Midlothian, flight tracking data shows. READ MORE: Scottish teenager taken to hospital after being 'slashed' by knife Turkish Aviation site HavaSosyalMedya also shared the incident on Twitter/X, saying that the plane had issued a 7700 emergency code, although the reason behind the code was not given. According to the site, the 7700 code signifies an "abnormal situation has occurred", but it does not provide any information about the nature or the severity of the issue on board. Turkish Airlines has been contacted for comment.
