According to the Flightradar24 account on Twitter/X, flight SHT19M was scheduled to leave Aberdeen at 10.45am and arrive at 12.25pm.
In a post on Twitter/X, it said: “SHT19M from Aberdeen (ABZ) to London (LHR) is squawking 7700, indicating a general emergency. Reason currently unknown.”
Update. This aircraft has now landed in Edinburgh.
— Flightradar24 (@flightradar24) February 14, 2024
A separate post added: “Update. This aircraft is now diverting to Edinburgh, at present holding west of the city.”
READ MORE: Historic Scottish hotel featured in Channel 4 show put up for sale
Flightradar24 then confirmed that the plane had landed in Edinburgh.
A spokesperson for British Airways said: “Our aircraft diverted to Edinburgh due to a minor technical issue where it landed normally.
“Our teams are working to ensure customers reach their destination as soon as possible.”
