Jet2 flight heading from UK to Lanzarote issues emergency and forced to divert after bird strike.

Jet2 flight from Leeds Bradford Airport to Lanzarote was forced to divert to Manchester Airport after a bird strike during takeoff. The plane landed safely, and passengers were transferred to a replacement aircraft which continued the journey to Lanzarote. Fire crews were stationed at Manchester Airport as a precautionary measure, but no injuries were reported.

March 14, 2024
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