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Wales Online
06-08-2025
- Wales Online
Major UK airport runway shut this afternoon after 'incident' as passengers warned
Major UK airport runway shut this afternoon after 'incident' as passengers warned In an update the airport warned all travellers flying later today to check with airlines before coming to the airport Birmingham Airport has been shut down after a plane is thought to have come to a halt on the runway (stock picture) (Image: Birmingham Mail) One of the UK's biggest airports has been shut down this afternoon after an incident this afternoon. Birmingham International Airport said he has been forced to shut down the runway due to an 'aircraft incident'. In the middle of the holiday season the problem is likely to have a big knock on effect for anyone travelling. Birmingham Airport said: 'Following an aircraft incident the runway is temporarily closed. 'We apologise for the inconvenience this will cause. We will keep passengers already at the airport informed and those due to travel later today are advised to check the status of their flight before coming to the airport. 'We will continue to issue updates when we can.' Content cannot be displayed without consent Article continues below It is understood from air industry watchers that Aircraft Beech B200 Super King G-NIAA, flying to Belfast, Northern Ireland, transmitted code 7700, indicating a general emergency, and stopped on the runway at Birmingham Airport in the UK, prompting an emergency response. All flights at the airport are currently on hold due to the incident. On X Aerospace updates said: 'There is a developing Incident at Birmingham Airport #BHX after an aircraft declared emergency and appeared to stop on the runway. I have no confirmed details as to the nature of the incident yet but will provide updates when I get them #aviation.'
Daily Mirror
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Ozzy Osbourne fans launch petition to give Black Sabbath icon incredible honour
A petition has been launched to rename Birmingham's international airport to honour the late Ozzy Osbourne in the wake of the city's most famous son dying on Tuesday A petition has been launched to rename Birmingham's international airport in the wake of the city's most famous son dying. Ozzy Osbourne, a proud Brummie, died at the age of 76 on Tuesday, just weeks on from the Black Sabbath frontman playing a farewell gig in his hometown. As tributes pour in for the heavy metal rocker from all over the world, a 'Rename Birmingham International Airport as Ozzy Osbourne International' petition is gaining traction. Created by radio host Dan Hudson, who fronted BBC TV documentary Sashay To Hell, the petition hopes Birmingham will follow the lead of the likes of Belfast and Liverpool in how they honour their homegrown heroes. "Naming our international airport after him would be a fitting tribute to his extraordinary career and contributions to the arts," the petition reads. "Other airports in the UK are named after their famous children (George Best International Airport in Belfast, John Lennon Airport in Liverpool) so it is only right that we do this here in Birmingham, in honour of Ozzy. "Together, we can celebrate the legacy of Ozzy Osbourne and the incredible influence our city has had on the world stage, thanks to him." The petition currently has over 2,700 signatures. Lord mayor of Birmingham, Zafar Iqbal, has said Ozzy was a "proud Brummie" who helped to put the city "on the world map". Mr Iqbal met the founding members of the heavy metal band – formed in the city in 1968 – when they were presented with the freedom of Birmingham in June. He told the PA news agency: "He (Osbourne) was very important and he was a proud Brummie. He loved the city. He will be much missed, I think, and he was loved by so many people in the city. I think he put Birmingham, and especially Aston, on the world map. He's done so much for the city and we honoured him with the freedom of the city as well, which we were grateful that he came (to) and received about six weeks ago." Terence 'Geezer' Butler, Tony Iommi, Bill Ward and Ozzy were all recognised for their significance to the cultural and musical identity of Birmingham and as pioneers of heavy metal in the city and beyond. Mr Iqbal said: "For me, personally, to meet him was the greatest honour for me… very humble guy, very down-to-earth guy. He spent, I think, a couple of hours in the council house just talking about Aston, Aston Villa Football Club, the people of Birmingham. "We presented him with the scrolls and he spoke as well for a couple of minutes on that day, and the thing I love about him is that at the end of everything he said, he always said, 'Birmingham forever'. And he never forgot his roots, where he came from." The lord mayor also said he spoke to fans queueing up to sign a book of condolences, which was opened by a Birmingham museum hosting an exhibition dedicated to Osbourne. "It's already a long queue people. I'm sure over the weekend there'll be hundreds of more people coming to sign the book," he said. Speaking about plans to honour Ozzy, he added: "Myself and the council will probably have a meeting around this subject and we will decide at a later date what we're going to be doing. I'm sure there's definitely going to be something, I'm not sure what that's going to be looking like at the moment but we will definitely do something."
Scottish Sun
10-07-2025
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
M42 closed in both directions near major UK airport over ‘police incident' as drivers face long delays
The closure is due to a Police incident TRAVEL CHAOS M42 closed in both directions near major UK airport over 'police incident' as drivers face long delays Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THE M24 has been closed in both directions near a major UK airport due to a "police incident," with drivers facing long delays. Traffic on the M42 outside Birmingham came to a standstill this morning after a collision between Junction 4 (Shirley) and Junction 5 (Solihull). Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up Cars have been seen backed up past Birmingham International Airport to Junction 7 for the M6. Images show motorists waiting at a roadblock, with some getting out of their vehicles after the road was closed at 6.30am, as temperatures soared this morning. 2 A map showing where the traffic is building up 2 M42 closed in both directions near a major UK airport More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun.
The Sun
10-07-2025
- Automotive
- The Sun
M42 closed in both directions near major UK airport over ‘police incident' as drivers face long delays
THE M24 has been closed in both directions near a major UK airport due to a "police incident," with drivers facing long delays. Traffic on the M42 outside Birmingham came to a standstill this morning after a collision between Junction 4 (Shirley) and Junction 5 (Solihull). Cars have been seen backed up past Birmingham International Airport to Junction 7 for the M6. Images show motorists waiting at a roadblock, with some getting out of their vehicles after the road was closed at 6.30am, as temperatures soared this morning. 2 2 is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.
Metro
10-07-2025
- Automotive
- Metro
Major motorway closed in both directions in rush hour after 'police incident'
A stretch of the M42 has closed at peak rush hour after an incident on the motorway. Traffic has come to a standstill on the M42 outside Birmingham this morning after an incident between junction J4 Shirley and J5 Solihull. The motorway is closed in both directions, with long delays building up in the area. Traffic is backing up past Birmingham International Airport up to junction 7 for the M6. Footage shows drivers waiting at the road block come out of their vehicles after the road closed at about 6.30am as temperatures soar this morning ahead of a hot day. National Highways said: 'M42 is closed in both directions – between J4 Shirley and J5 Solihull. More Trending 'This is due to a West Midlands Police led incident. 'Delays building, 2.5 miles of congestion both ways – northbound back to M40, southbound back to A45.' Traffic analyst Inrix said in an alert: 'Road closed and severe delays due to police incident on M42 both ways from J5 A41 Solihull By-pass (Solihull / Knowle) to J4 A3400 Stratford Road (Shirley / Dorridge). 'Congestion to the M40 northbound and J7A southbound. Initially held at around 6:20.' Got a story? Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ Or you can submit your videos and pictures here. For more stories like this, check our news page. Follow on Twitter and Facebook for the latest news updates. You can now also get articles sent straight to your device. Sign up for our daily push alerts here. MORE: 'A real nuisance' – Londoners have their say on the city's e-bike boom MORE: Is your road going to be improved by £92,000,000,000 upgrades? MORE: First picture of builder, 35, killed after being 'sucked into plane engine'
