Glasgow-bound flight makes emergency landing due to 'technical' fault

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A plane heading to Glasgow was forced to make an emergency landing at Aberdeen International Airport.The aircraft suffered a "technical issue."Loganair Flight LM436 departed Sumburgh Airport in Shetland just before 12.30pm to start the hour and 20 minute journey to Glasgow International Airport.However, the flight had to be cut short less than an hour after take off due to a "technical issue" with the plane.The pilot has to instead make a 'precautionary' emergency landing in Aberdeen earlier this afternoon.The north-east airport confirmed the plane landed safely and was met by emergency services on the runway.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.

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If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. A spokesperson for Loganair said: "We can confirm Flight LM436 from Sumburgh to Glasgow was diverted to Aberdeen for a precautionary landing following a technical issue."The safety and wellbeing of our customers and crew is of the utmost importance to us."The plane has not yet resumed its journey.An update shared by Glasgow Airport online