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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Jane Dalton

Why thousands now face travel misery at popular airport

  • Flights at Birmingham Airport were suspended for over five hours on Wednesday following an emergency landing by a light aircraft.
  • The incident, involving a Beechcraft B200 Super King Air, occurred due to landing gear problems, leading to the runway's closure from 2:40 PM until shortly before 8 PM.
  • Three people on board the aircraft were assessed by West Midlands Ambulance Service, with one person sustaining minor injuries.
  • The emergency caused significant delays for passengers, both those departing from and arriving at Birmingham, even after the runway reopened.
  • The Air Accidents Investigations Branch (AAIB) has launched an investigation into the incident, with a team of experts dispatched to the scene.

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