iStockA flight bound for Edinburgh declared a mid-air emergency as it approached the airport on Tuesday.
Loganair flight LM328 from Southampton to the Scottish capital issued a squawk 7700 code after it reported a technical issue at around 8.53pm.
The aircraft landed in Edinburgh at around 9.10pm and passengers disembarked the flight normally.
It is believed the plane suffered a hydraulic issue and the flaps failed.
A Loganair spokesperson said: “Loganair can confirm that flight LM328 reported a technical issue on Tuesday evening. The aircraft landed safely and passengers disembarked normally.
“The safety and well-being of our passengers and crew is always our highest priority. We thank our customers for their understanding and ground crews for their quick response.”
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