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STV News
06-05-2025
- STV News
Jet2 flight diverted after mid-air 'medical emergency' declared
A Jet2 flight which departed from Edinburgh had to divert after declaring a mid-air 'emergency'. Passengers travelling on Jet2 flight LS3915 from Edinburgh to Rome departed the Scottish capital around 6.50am on Monday morning before the crew issued a 700 squawk code. After half an hour in the air, the flight diverted and landed at Birmingham Airport. Jet2 confirmed the flight was diverted due to a passenger requiring medical assistance. FlightRadar24 Flight LS3915 from Edinburgh to Rome diverted to Birmingham this morning FlightRadar24 The aircraft continued on to Rome and landed after 10am. A spokesperson said: 'We can confirm that flight LS3915 from Edinburgh to Rome diverted to Birmingham on Monday, May 5 due to a customer requiring medical assistance. 'The aircraft subsequently continued its journey to Rome.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
The National
06-05-2025
- The National
Jet2 flight from Edinburgh Airport declares mid-air emergency
The passenger plane, travelling to Rome, was forced to divert its flight path after it issued an SOS message about 40 minutes into its journey. The LS3915 flight took off at around 6.50am on Monday from Edinburgh airport and sent out the distress signal while it was still over UK airspace. It was scheduled to land in the Italian capital city at around 10.20am. READ MORE: Plans submitted for floating holiday lodges at popular family resort The plane was then diverted to Birmingham Airport at around 7.30am where it landed safely at around 7.40pm. A spokesperson for the airline told the Scottish Sun: 'We can confirm that flight LS3915 from Edinburgh to Rome diverted to Birmingham due to a customer requiring medical assistance. "The aircraft subsequently continued its journey to Rome.'
Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Yahoo
Holiday jet from Edinburgh diverts after in-air emergency
A passenger plane heading to Italy was been forced to divert and declared a mid-air emergency after leaving a major Scottish airport. The Jet2 plane, travelling to Rome, issued an SOS message about 40 minutes into its flight, while it was still over UK airspace. The LS3915 flight took off at around 6.50am on Monday from Edinburgh airport after it was initially due to leave the airport at 6.15am. It was scheduled to land in the Italian capital city at around 10.20am. However, the pilot declared an emergency around half an hour into the journey. READ MORE: Glasgow Airport chief's flights news as transformation looms Airport to close to all flights for runway resurfacing work The plane was then diverted to Birmingham Airport at around 7.30am. It landed safely at around 7.40pm. Jet2 said the plane was diverted after a passenger required medical assistance. The flight later continued its journey to Rome. A spokesperson for the airline told the Scottish Sun: 'We can confirm that flight LS3915 from Edinburgh to Rome diverted to Birmingham due to a customer requiring medical assistance. "The aircraft subsequently continued its journey to Rome.'
Edinburgh Live
05-05-2025
- Edinburgh Live
Pilot of Edinburgh Jet2 flight declares mid-air emergency shortly after take-off
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 Get the latest Edinburgh Live breaking news on WhatsApp An Edinburgh flight declared a mid-air emergency and was forced to divert on Monday morning. The Jet2 plane was set depart at 6.15am and arrive in Rome later in the day. It took off at around 6.50am but issued a 700 squawk code shortly after. The LS3915 flight saw the pilot declare an emergency around 30 minutes into the journey, reports the Daily Record. The plane was diverted to Birmingham Airport at around 7.30am. Images from FlightRadar24 show the aircraft travelling south until it flies over Stoke-on-Trent. The plane starts to pass Birmingham Airport but u-turns, looping around it in the sky. It then landed safely at the airport at around 7.40am. Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox The nature of the on-board emergency is currently unknown. It is also unclear when passengers will be able to resume their journeys. The Record approached Jet2 for comment.
Daily Record
05-05-2025
- Daily Record
Jet2 flight from Scots airport declares mid-air emergency and forced to divert
The plane was diverted to Birmingham Airport at around 7.30am. A Scots holiday flight has been forced to divert after declaring a mid-air emergency. The Jet2 plane, which departed from Edinburgh Airport, issued a 700 squawk code on Monday morning. The LS3915 flight, which was due to arrive in Rome later this morning, took off at around 6.50am after it was initially due to leave the airport at 6.15am. However, around 30 minutes into the journey, the pilot declared the emergency. The plane was diverted to Birmingham Airport at around 7.30am. Images from FlightRadar24 show the aircraft travelling south until it flies over Stoke-on-Trent. The plane starts to pass Birmingham Airport but u-turns, looping around it in the sky. It then landed safely at the airport at around 7.40am. The nature of the on-board emergency is currently unknown. It is also unclear when passengers will be able to resume their journeys. The Record has approached Jet2 for comment. We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story. Get all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you. We're also on Facebook - your must-see news, features, videos and pictures throughout the day from the Daily Record, Sunday Mail and Record Online
