United Airlines Boeing 767 Declares Mid-Air Emergency, Diverts to Heathrow
United Boeing 767 Emergency Diverts to Heathrow

A United Airlines Boeing 767 passenger plane was forced to divert to London Heathrow Airport after the flight crew reportedly declared an in-flight emergency.

Emergency Squawk Code 7700

The aircraft, which had departed from Zurich, was approximately 50 minutes into its journey when the crew issued an emergency broadcast known as squawking 7700, according to Air Live reports.

The plane, a Boeing 767 operated by United Airlines, altered its course and descended towards London, landing safely at Heathrow. The nature of the emergency has not yet been disclosed, but the swift response ensured the safety of all passengers and crew on board.

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This is a developing story. Further details are expected to emerge as investigations continue into the incident.

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