- An easyJet flight from Glasgow to Southampton was forced to divert to Liverpool after suffering a bird strike shortly after take-off.
- Flight EZY415 declared an emergency by issuing squawk code 7700 over Lancashire before landing safely at Liverpool John Lennon Airport.
- Passengers were ultimately transported to Southampton via coach after easyJet decided against using a replacement aircraft.
- easyJet apologised for the disruption, stressing that the safety of passengers and crew is its highest priority.
- Bird strikes remain a frequent issue in aviation, with the UK Civil Aviation Authority recording 1,702 incidents in 2025.
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