On July 4, 2024, British Airways flight BA191, an Airbus A350-1000, took off from London Heathrow Airport at 1:09 PM, heading to Austin, Texas. Halfway through the flight, the plane turned back to London, but it didn’t declare an emergency.
The plane, which is nearly 5 years old, landed back at Heathrow after flying in circles south of the airport for a while. Passengers got off the plane safely. British Airways hasn’t explained why the plane turned around or what will happen next for the passengers.
British Airways has 18 Airbus A350-1000 planes, known for being fuel-efficient and high-tech. This incident is unusual and has caught people’s attention because the reason for the U-turn is still unknown. The airline is expected to investigate why the plane had to return to London.
Passengers are advised to contact British Airways for updates and rebooking options. The airline has promised to ensure the safety and comfort of everyone on board.