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Daily Record
02-07-2025
- Daily Record
EasyJet flight bound for holiday hotspot declares emergency moments after take off
Liverpool to Bodrum Flight EZY18KP, started 'squawking 7700 shortly after take off from Liverpool', according to flight tracking site Flightradar24, indicating a 'general emergency'. An easyJet plane bound for a Brit holiday hotspot declared an emergency moments after take-off. Flight EZY18KP lifted off from Liverpool on July 2, departing the city's John Lennon Airport (LJLA) at around 4.25pm. The plane, which was bound for Bodrum, Turkey, started"squawking 7700 shortly after take off", according to tracking site Flightradar 24. The squawk indicates a "general emergency" to air control on the ground, and that the aircraft requires assistance, with a spokesperson for the budget airline quickly confirming the nature of today's emergency in a statement. An easyJet spokesperson said the emergency in question was a "bird strike" which occurred shortly after taking off this evening. They said in a statement that the plane returned to LJLA and would be inspected by engineers on the ground, reports the Mirror. They said: 'Our flight from Liverpool to Bodrum this evening has been delayed due to experiencing a bird strike shortly after take-off. "The pilot returned to Liverpool in line with our procedures and performed a routine landing where it will be inspected by engineers. 'The safety of its passengers and crew is easyJet's highest priority and easyJet operates its fleet of aircraft in strict compliance with all manufacturers' guidelines.' The squawk comes just two days after another easyJet plane was forced to make a dramatic heel-turn back to the UK in an "extraordinary circumstance" the airline said was out of its hands. The EZY2159 service, which was also bound for Turkey, took off from Manchester Airport shortly before 5pm on Monday, but came thousands of miles short of Izmir, its intended destination. 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 plane was forced to turn back after reaching the Norfolk coast, with dramatic maps showing the aircraft's circle back to the UK mainland. The plane eventually came to land back at its departure point just 50 minutes later at 5.50pm, with easyJet later confirming in a statement that the diversion was due to a "passenger welfare issue". The airline said the situation was "out of our control" and considered "an extraordinary circumstance", adding that plans were made for a replacement service to carry passengers to their intended destination on Tuesday. In an update posted at 9pm on social media, easyJet apologised for the disruption, telling passengers it was "very sorry" for the unexpected issue. The update read: "We're sorry that your flight has been delayed overnight. This is due to a passenger welfare issue. We are working hard to arrange your new flight for tomorrow. Once again, we're very sorry for the disruption to your travel plans."
Metro
02-07-2025
- Metro
EasyJet flight to Turkey diverted back to UK airport after 'passenger issue'
An easyJet flight to Turkey had to be diverted back to the airport after a 'passenger issue' on board. The plane took off from Manchester Airport bound for Izmir in Turkey shortly before 5pm on Monday. But it only got as far as Norfolk before having to suddenly double back. Images of the service's FlightRadar map shows the aircraft making a huge U-turn over the North Sea and landing back in Manchester around an hour after take-off. The airline confirmed flight EZY2159 had been diverted due to a 'passenger welfare issue'. It apologised for the disturbance, which it called 'an extraordinary circumstance' that was 'out of our control'. Further details about the nature of the incident have not been confirmed. More Trending Metro has contacted easyJet for comment. An update on Tuesday night read: 'We're sorry that your flight has been delayed overnight. This is due to a passenger welfare issue. 'We are working hard to arrange your new flight for tomorrow. Once again, we're very sorry for the disruption to your travel plans.' Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: Free hand luggage is not the win you think it is MORE: All the food and drink banned on EasyJet, Ryanair, Jet2 and TUI flights MORE: Spain EasyJet strikes could see 40 flights cancelled per day — what to do if your holiday's affected
Wales Online
01-07-2025
- Wales Online
EasyJet flight from UK forced to divert back to airport after 'extraordinary circumstance'
EasyJet flight from UK forced to divert back to airport after 'extraordinary circumstance' The easyJet flight and was bound for Izmir, Turkey, but was forced to turn around an hour after take-off Passenger aircraft, operated by EasyJet Plc, queue to take-off at London Luton Airport in Luton, U.K., (Image: Bloomberg via Getty Images ) An easyJet plane had to return to a UK airport following an "extraordinary circumstance" which the airline described as "out of our control." The EZY2159 flight destined for Izmir, Turkey, had departed from Manchester Airport just before 5pm on Monday but reached only as far as Norfolk when it abruptly turned back towards Manchester. The FlightRadar map captured the moment the aircraft executed a sharp U-turn over the North Sea and touched down in Manchester again at approximately 5.50pm, about an hour after take-off. EasyJet attributed the diversion to a "passenger welfare issue", labelling the event as "out of our control" and an "extraordinary circumstance". An announcement on the easyJet website informed that the flight would be grounded overnight, with arrangements for a subsequent service scheduled for Tuesday morning. The specifics of the incident have not been disclosed. A later update at 9pm said: "We're sorry that your flight has been delayed overnight. This is due to a passenger welfare issue. We are working hard to arrange your new flight for tomorrow. Once again, we're very sorry for the disruption to your travel plans." For our free daily briefing on the biggest issues facing the nation, sign up to the Wales Matters newsletter here The Mirror has contacted easyJet for comment. This incident occurs amidst reports that numerous UK holidaymakers are opting for destinations in North Africa over traditional European vacation spots, according to travel firms. Article continues below EasyJet flight forced to divert back to UK airport after 'extraordinary circumstance' (Image: flightradar24 ) Experts suggest that the allure of high-quality hotels at a fraction of the cost compared to similar establishments in Spain, France and Italy is drawing an increasing number of holidaymakers to North Africa. Egypt, Morocco and Tunisia are all seeing a surge in visitors from the UK. Data from aviation analysts Cirium indicates that 19,847 flights are expected to operate routes from UK airports to these countries this year, more than double the 8,653 flights recorded in 2019. In contrast, flights to Spain and Portugal are predicted to see a modest increase of 10% and 9% respectively over the same period. This trend implies that many travellers seeking superior accommodation without the hefty price tag are willing to endure longer flights, despite budget airlines like easyJet and Ryanair offering non-reclining seats and lacking onboard entertainment. For instance, flights from Gatwick airport in West Sussex to Egypt's Sharm el-Sheikh take approximately five hours and 20 minutes. This equates to an additional hour and 45 minutes in the air compared to journeys to the popular southern Spanish destination of Alicante. In March, easyJet introduced flights between Gatwick and Cape Verde, off the west coast of Africa, marking its longest route serving England. These flights span 2,332 nautical miles and take six hours and 10 minutes. Travel firm Tui reported that bookings for summer holidays in Egypt, both flight-only and package deals, have seen a 30% increase compared to last year. The travel giant Tui has hailed a surge in bookings for destinations like Tunisia and Morocco, citing "double-digit growth" for the former and robust interest for the latter. Chris Logan, Tui's UK commercial director, lauded these North African hotspots for their "fantastic value for money", making them formidable rivals against traditional European holiday spots. Speaking to PA, Logan said: "There's good quality accommodation and great weather beyond the traditional summer season." Article continues below He added: "Even in the winter months temperatures are mild, making them a perfect choice for year-round travel."
Daily Record
01-07-2025
- Daily Record
EasyJet flight diverts back to UK airport in 'extraordinary circumstance'
The flight changed direction over the North Sea after being in the air for just half an hour. An easyJet flight was forced to divert back to a UK airport after an "extraordinary circumstance" the airline firm said was "out of our control". The EZY2159 service bound for Izmir, Turkey, took off from Manchester Airport shortly before 5pm yesterday, June 30, and only got as far as Norfolk before suddenly diverting back to Manchester. A FlightRadar map showed the moment the flight changed direction over the North Sea before landing in Manchester again at around 5.50pm - roughly an hour after it departed. The airline said the diversion was due to to a "passenger welfare issue". The disruption, easyJet said, was "out of our control" and considered "an extraordinary circumstance". In an update posted to the easyJet website, the budget airline said the plane was grounded overnight, with plans being made for another service to run this morning, reports the Mirror. Specific details about the nature of the incident have not been released so far. A further update at 9pm read: "We're sorry that your flight has been delayed overnight. This is due to a passenger welfare issue. We are working hard to arrange your new flight for tomorrow. Once again, we're very sorry for the disruption to your travel plans." Easyjet has been approached for comment. It comes after it was revealed that thousands of UK holidaymakers are ditching traditional European hotspots in favour of north Africa, travel companies have reported. Experts say many people are being drawn to the region by its wide availability of high-quality hotels costing considerably less than similar properties in European locations such as Spain, France and Italy. North African countries Egypt, Morocco and Tunisia are all experiencing a surge in visitors from the UK. Figures from aviation analysts Cirium show 19,847 flights are projected to serve routes from UK airports to those nations this year, more than twice as many as the 8,653 that travelled there in 2019. By comparison, the number of flights to Spain and Portugal is forecast to rise by just 10 per cent and 9 per cent respectively over the same period. This suggests many holidaymakers who want better quality accommodation without paying more are prepared to travel a longer flight, despite airlines such as easyJet and Ryanair having seats that do not recline and no onboard entertainment. Flights from Gatwick airport, West Sussex, to Egypt's Sharm el-Sheikh take around five hours and 20 minutes. That means the flight lasting an extra hour and 45 minutes compared with trips to the traditional southern Spanish hotspot of Alicante. EasyJet launched new flights between Gatwick and Cape Verde, off the coast of west Africa, in March, which is its longest route serving England. The flights take six hours and 10 minutes and cover the distance of 2,332 nautical miles. Travel company Tui said bookings from flight-only and package holiday customers for summer breaks in Egypt are 30% higher compared with a year ago. It also reported 'double-digit growth' for Tunisia and strong demand for Morocco. Tui's UK commercial director Chris Logan said these three destinations offer 'fantastic value for money', meaning traditional European destinations find it 'hard to compete'. He told the PA news agency: 'There's good accommodation and great weather beyond the traditional summer season. 'Even in the winter months temperatures are mild, making them a perfect choice for year-round travel.' Tui has increased its flights from the UK to north Africa this summer to meet growing demand, with new routes from Stansted to Enfidha in Tunisia and from Newcastle to Agadir, Morocco. Online accommodation marketplace said it recorded a 68 per cent increase in the number of searches for summer breaks in Tunisia during the first five months of this year, compared with the same period in 2024. Egypt and Morocco saw rises of 64 per cent and 39 per cent respectively. Nicki Tempest-Mitchell, managing director at travel agency Barrhead Travel, said Morocco, Egypt and Tunisia offer 'incredible value for money' which is 'proving increasingly attractive for holidaymakers this year'. She added: 'The investment in high-quality hotels and experiences across these regions is turning the heads of customers who may previously have favoured mainland Europe. 'Although favourites such as Spain and Turkey are still our top-selling destinations, it's safe to say north Africa is a region to watch over the next few years.' Julia Lo Bue-Said, chief executive of Advantage Travel Partnership, a network of independent travel agents, said there is a 'clear trend toward value-conscious holiday planning'. She went on: 'Ongoing cost of living pressures and squeezed disposable incomes have meant that while people remain committed to taking holidays, they're increasingly focused on maximising value for money. 'This shift has driven growing popularity for destinations like Morocco, Egypt and Tunisia, which offer more competitive pricing and high-quality accommodation options compared to the more traditional western Mediterranean resorts.'
Daily Record
30-06-2025
- Daily Record
EasyJet flight forced to divert back to UK airport due to 'extraordinary circumstance'
The flight returned to Manchester around an hour after it took off. An easyJet flight was forced to return to the airport it left from shortly after take-off following an "extraordinary circumstance" the airline said was "out of our control". Flight EZY2159 left Manchester just before 5pm on Monday, June 30, and was heading for Izmir, Turkey. However, it only made it as far as Norfolk before the sudden diversion. A map from Flightradar24 showed the moment the aircraft took a U-turn over the North Sea before touching down again in Manchester at around 5.50pm, around an hour after initially leaving. easyJet said the diversion was due to a "passenger welfare issue", which it considered "an extraordinary circumstance", the Mirror reports. 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'. An update shared on the airline's website announced the flight was grounded overnight, with another service planned to run on Tuesday, July 1, in the morning. Specific details about what happened on board have not been released. An additional update at 9pm read: "We're sorry that your flight has been delayed overnight. This is due to a passenger welfare issue. "We are working hard to arrange your new flight for tomorrow. Once again, we're very sorry for the disruption to your travel plans."
