EasyJet flight from Liverpool forced to turn around after being struck by bird
manchestereveningnews.co.ukaccording to the Liverpool Echo.One man said the plane circled over the beach of New Brighton before heading back to the airport.An EasyJet spokesperson said: "EasyJet flight EZY7023 from Liverpool to Jersey returned from airborne following a bird strike."The captain performed a routine landing in accordance with standard operating procedures.
We have arranged a replacement aircraft to operate the flight to Jersey.“Whilst this is outside of EasyJet’s control, we apologise for any inconvenience experienced and thank passengers for their patience and understanding.“The safety of passengers and crew is EasyJet's highest priority.”Merseyside Fire and Rescue said they received a call at 13.20pm and arrived on scene three minutes later at 13.23.A.
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