Flight from Leeds Bradford Airport to Ibiza forced to turn back after crew report fault

A flight from Leeds Bradford Airport to Ibiza was forced to turn back after a fault was reported by the crew.
By Tom Coates
Published 2nd Sep 2022, 20:03 BST
Updated 2nd Sep 2022, 20:18 BST
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According to Flightradar24, the aircraft turned back before managing to leave England.

After returning to West Yorkshire, the map appears to show the aircraft circling close to Leeds Bradford Airport.

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Jet2 have issued a statement outlining that a “minor fault indication” was reported on flight LS263.

Jet2 have issued a statement outlining that a “minor fault indication” was reported. Image: James HardistyJet2 have issued a statement outlining that a “minor fault indication” was reported. Image: James Hardisty
Jet2 have issued a statement outlining that a “minor fault indication” was reported. Image: James Hardisty
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A spokesperson said: "Flight LS263 from Leeds Bradford to Ibiza followed standard procedure and returned to Leeds Bradford Airport after the crew reported a minor fault indication.

"The aircraft has landed safely and customers will be flown to Ibiza on a replacement aircraft.”

Related topics:Leeds Bradford AirportIbizaEnglandWest YorkshireJet2