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Jet2 Airbus Diverts to Erfurt After Onboard Smoke Alarm

A replacement aircraft is scheduled to carry passengers to London after technicians inspect the grounded A321.

Overview

  • The Jet2 Airbus A321 with 225 passengers and seven crew diverted and landed safely at Erfurt-Weimar Airport late Sunday night, and the cabin was evacuated without injuries.
  • Airport officials described an "unclear smoke development" that triggered the crew to make a precautionary safety landing.
  • Erfurt fire brigade personnel found no fire on board and airport staff moved passengers to the terminal for care and accommodation.
  • The aircraft will remain in Erfurt while Jet2 technicians examine systems and equipment to determine the cause of the smoke alarm.
  • Passengers are due to continue to London on a replacement Jet2 plane that the airline and airport said would be arranged that morning, and investigators will monitor findings for any operational or safety follow-ups.