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.

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.

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 Hardistyplaceholder image
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.”

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