A TUI flight from Corfu veered off the runway upon landing at Leeds Bradford Airport on Friday afternoon, causing the airport to close.

The spokesperson for Leeds Bradford Airport confirmed the incident, stating, “We can confirm TUI flight TOM3551 arriving from Corfu at LBA this afternoon has moved off the runway while landing. We are working closely with the airline, relevant operational teams, and emergency authorities to address this situation and ensure the safe removal of passengers from the aircraft.”

Passengers onboard the affected plane have been successfully disembarked without any reported injuries. The airport management is actively coordinating with the airline to handle the aftermath of the incident and ensure the safety and well-being of all involved parties.

In light of the incident, Leeds Bradford Airport has temporarily closed its operations. The airport management urges passengers to contact their respective airlines to obtain the latest information on the status of their flights before traveling to the airport.