Jet2 flight LS1750 from Samos to Manchester was diverted to Split, Croatia, on Friday 30 October after a technical issue forced an emergency landing. The aircraft landed safely, and a replacement plane was dispatched to carry passengers to their destination.
Flight Details and Diversion
The flight departed Samos at 1.38pm and was scheduled to arrive at Manchester Airport at 3.30pm before the detour. The diversion occurred on the same afternoon, with the aircraft touching down in the Croatian city of Split.
Jet2 Statement and Passenger Response
A Jet2 spokesperson said: "Flight LS1750 from Samos to Manchester diverted to Split this afternoon (Friday 30th October) due to a technical issue.
"The aircraft landed safely and a replacement aircraft is on its way to Split to fly customers home."
The spokesperson added: "The health, safety and well-being of everyone onboard will always be our number one priority and we would of course like to sincerely apologise to customers for this experience."
The replacement aircraft was sent to Split to transport the affected passengers back to Manchester.