20/12/2012

Plane Makes Emergency Landing At Belfast City Airport

A Flybe plane has made an emergency landing at Belfast City Airport.

It is believed the aeroplane had minor technical difficulties after leaving for Manchester on Wednesday night.

The pilot made the decision to return to base as a precaution after 15 minutes.

Emergency services were called to ensure the plane landed safely.

No injuries were reported and passengers boarded a different flight after the incident.

(CD)

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