iStockA Ryanair flight from Edinburgh bound for London was forced to make a mid-air U-turn due to an “issue” after take-off.
Passengers on flight RK597 took off from Edinburgh heading to London Stansted around 6.30am on Wednesday before returning an hour later.
Flight data shows the aircraft making loops over the Scottish Borders before executing a U-turn back to the capital.
The airline confirmed a “minor technical issue” took place after take-off.
FlightRadar24The plane was then inspected on its return to Edinburgh, with passengers put on a replacement aircraft due to depart on Wednesday morning.
A spokesperson for Ryanair said: “This flight from Edinburgh to London Stansted on Wednesday returned to Edinburgh shortly after take-off due to a minor technical issue with the aircraft.
“The aircraft landed normally and was taken for inspection by engineers.
“To minimise disruption to passengers, we have arranged for a replacement aircraft to operate this flight, which is scheduled to depart later this morning.
“We sincerely apologise to affected passenger for any inconvenience caused as a result of this minor delay.”
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