Northern Ireland

Cargo plane forced to return to Belfast following on board emergency

Data on Flightradar24 shows Boeing 737 make apparent sharp turn shortly after take off

Decision to return to Belfast International Airport shortly after take off
Decision to return to Belfast International Airport shortly after take off

A cargo plane was forced to make an apparent sharp turn and return to Belfast International Airport following what appeared to be an onboard emergency.

The crew of the ASL Airlines ABV 4171 made the decision to return to the airport shortly after take-off on Tuesday evening, according to data on Flightradar24.

The graphic shows the Boeing 737 make a sharp turn, which it also marked in red, signifying an emergency. The craft made a normal landing, according to flight enthusiasts.



It remained grounded as of shortly before 10pm on Tuesday as there were no ASL craft reported in the air at that time.

Belfast International Airport was contacted for comment.