easyJet Airbus A319 declares emergency and diverts to Liverpool
An easyJet flight from Glasgow to Southampton declared a general emergency 25 minutes after take-off and was forced to land at Liverpool John Lennon Airport.
On Sunday morning, easyJet flight U2415 departed Glasgow Airport at 8.25 am bound for Southampton. While cruising at approximately 24,000 feet over Lancashire, the crew transmitted the universal emergency code 7700, indicating a general in-flight problem. The aircraft then turned southward, entered a brief circuit above Liverpool, and was cleared to land at Liverpool John Lennon Airport, where it arrived safely at 9.10 am.
The flight had been delayed by 20 minutes but was still on track to reach its original destination on time. Officials have not yet identified whether the emergency was technical, medical, or another issue. After the diversion, the plane is expected to depart Liverpool and complete its journey to Southampton around 11.30 am.
Why it matters
The incident shows how quickly airlines and air traffic control can respond to in-flight emergencies, ensuring passenger safety.
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