Overview

• The British Airways flight from London City to Belfast aborted its approach in severe winds and diverted to Manchester.
• Jason Manford posted real‑time updates and video from the aircraft, calling the attempted landing “scary” and confirming the cancellation.
• About four passengers chose to leave the plane in London after crew offered anyone uneasy about the weather a chance to disembark.
• Following the diversion, the aircraft remained on the Manchester runway for roughly two hours before buses collected passengers.
• Manchester Airport advised travelers to expect delays, diversions and go‑arounds as Met Office wind and rain warnings persisted across the UK.