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In the last few moments, Jet2 flight LS1258 from Tenerife to Birmingham has declared an emergency and looks to be returning.
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Jet2 Flight LS1258 Tenerife-Birmingham Declares Emergency

by James Field
written by James Field

In the last few moments, Jet2 flight LS1258 from Tenerife to Birmingham has declared an emergency and looks to be returning.

G-JZHY is the aircraft involved in the incident.

Follow below for live updates!

Live Emergency!: Jet2 Flight LS1258 Tenerife-Birmingham…

In the last few moments, Jet2 flight LS1258 from Tenerife to Birmingham has declared an emergency and looks to be returning.
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UPDATE #1 @ 2311 UK time – LS1258 looks to be returning back to Tenerife South following the emergency declaration.

UPDATE #2 @ 2316 UK time – G-JZHY is the aircraft involved in the incident.

As per Planespotters, G-JZHY is a 7.3 year old Boeing 737-800 that was delivered to the airline in April 2017.

Of the 737-800 variant, Jet2 has 99 of them in their fleet.

Furthermore, of that 99, all but one are in active service, with an average fleet age of 14.8 years.

Moreover, as well as the 737-800, the airline also has the following other aircraft in their fleet:

– 7 Boeing 737-300s.
– 6 757-200s.
– 13 Airbus A321 Family aircraft.
– 2 A330 aircraft (On lease from AirTanker).

In the last few moments, Jet2 flight LS1258 from Tenerife to Birmingham has declared an emergency and looks to be returning.

UPDATE #3 @ 2319 UK time – Jet2 flight LS1258, originally bound for Birmingham from Tenerife, has changed it’s squawk code from 7700, the emergency code, to 4367.

Moreover, it is clear that the issue is still serious enough to prompt a return back to Tenerife South.

In the last few moments, Jet2 flight LS1258 from Tenerife to Birmingham has declared an emergency and looks to be returning.

UPDATE #4 @ 2325 UK time – LS1258 is approaching the base leg back into TFS following the previous emergency call and subsequent u-turn.

UPDATE #5 @ 2329 UK time – LS1258 is now on final into TFS, with landing expected imminently.

Touchdown…

UPDATE #6 @ 2333 UK time – TOUCHDOWN! Jet2 flight LS1258, originally bound for Birmingham, has appeared to have touched down safely back into Tenerife South following it’s emergency call not too long ago.

Furthermore, the cause of the return is not yet known.

As soon as we have more information pertinent to this, then we will update you accordingly.

For now, this remains a developing story pending additional updates.

UPDATE #7 @ 2342 UK time – As per @FlightEmergency on X, the cause of the u-turn and subsequent emergency was medical-related.

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In the last few moments, Jet2 flight LS998 between Fuerteventura & Manchester has declared an emergency.
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Jet2 Flight LS998 Fuerteventura-Manchester Declares Emergency

by James Field
written by James Field

In the last few moments, Jet2 flight LS998 between Fuerteventura & Manchester has declared an emergency.

G-LSAN is understood to be the aircraft involved in the incident.

Follow below for live updates…

Live Emergency!: Jet2 Flight LS998 Fuerteventura-Manchester…

In the last few moments, Jet2 flight LS998 between Fuerteventura & Manchester has declared an emergency.
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UPDATE #1 @ 2359 UK time – Jet2 flight LS998, which declared an emergency, is currently cruising at FL380 and is still tracking northbound at this time.

UPDATE #2 @ 0011 UK time – The aircraft is still cruising at FL380 and is still tracking towards Manchester at this time. Still no indication into the cause onboard as of yet.

UPDATE #3 @ 0012 UK time – G-LSAN is the aircraft involved in today’s incident.

As per data from Planespotters.net, G-LSAN is a 30.4 year old Boeing 757-200 that started out life with Transavia in April 1994.

Furthermore, by November 2003, the aircraft was handed over to ATA Airlines, before going to Axis Airways in April 2005.

August 2007 saw the aircraft returned to lessor GECAS, before being sent to OceanAir, Avianca & AeroGal between December 2007 and March 2010.

Finally, Jet2, the airline who owns the aircraft, took delivery of the aircraft in May 2012.

UPDATE #4 @ 0015 UK time – Jet2 flight LS998, which declared an emergency, does appear to be continuing on to Manchester currently.

Descent & Approach…

UPDATE #5 @ 0026 UK time – LS998 has commenced it’s descent into Manchester.

UPDATE #6 @ 0039 UK time – The aircraft is descending through FL210 as they get ready for arrival.

At this stage still, it is unclear what the nature of the emergency is onboard.

UPDATE #7 @ 0047 UK time – LS998 is on the downwind leg for Manchester.

There is a possibility that the runway for landing may be 23L, which indicates a potential technical issue.

On Finals…

UPDATE #8 @ 0052 UK time – LS998 is now on finals into the airport, emergency landing expected imminently.

UPDATE #9 @ 0058 UK time – TOUCHDOWN! Emergency Jet2 flight LS998 from Fuerteventura has safely touched down on Runway 23L at Manchester Airport.

At this stage, it is unclear what the nature of the incident is.

As soon as we have more information pertinent to this, we will update you accordingly.

For now, this remains a developing story pending additional updates.

UPDATE #10 @ 0059 UK time – Fire crews and ops vehicles making their way to the aircraft now.

UPDATE #11 @ 0939 UK time – @FlightEmergency on X reports that the cause of this morning’s emergency was due to a pilot becoming unwell.

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In the last few moments, Jet2 flight LS226 between Las Palmas and Leeds has declared an emergency and is heading towards Spain.
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Jet2 Flight LS226 Las Palmas-Leeds Declares Emergency

by James Field
written by James Field

In the last few moments, Jet2 flight LS226 between Las Palmas and Leeds has declared an emergency and is heading towards Spain.

Furthermore, G-JZHV is understood to be the aircraft involved in the incident.

Follow below for live updates…

Live Emergency: Jet2 LS226 Las Palmas-Leeds…

In the last few moments, Jet2 flight LS226 between Las Palmas and Leeds has declared an emergency and is heading towards Spain.
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UPDATE #1 @ 0106 UK time – Jet2 flight LS226 from Las Palmas to Leeds has deviated to the east and is heading towards Spain/Portugal.

UPDATE #2 @ 0111 UK time – LS226 is tracking east in the direction of Santiago de Compostela & A Coruna.

About The Aircraft…

UPDATE #3 @ 0113 UK time – G-JZHV is understood to be the aircraft involved in the incident.

Furthermore, as per Planespotters, G-JZHV is a 7.5 year old Boeing 737-800 that was delivered to the airline back in February 2017.

UPDATE #4 @ 0116 UK time – LS226 has changed it’s squawk code from 7700 to 3724, but is still deviating at this time.

Descending…

In the last few moments, Jet2 flight LS226 between Las Palmas and Leeds has declared an emergency and is heading towards Spain.

UPDATE #5 @ 0117 UK time – LS226 has commenced it’s descent, presumably into Santiago de Compostela.

UPDATE #6 @ 0119 UK time – Jet2 flight LS226, which declared an emergency earlier, from Las Palmas to Leeds has changed it’s squawk code now changed to 5122.

Moreover, this is a non-emergency code.

In the last few moments, Jet2 flight LS226 between Las Palmas and Leeds has declared an emergency and is heading towards Spain.

UPDATE #7 @ 0128 UK time – LS226 is descending through FL100 and is approaching the base into Santiago de Compostela.

In the last few moments, Jet2 flight LS226 between Las Palmas and Leeds has declared an emergency and is heading towards Spain.

UPDATE #8 @ 0134 UK time – LS226 is now on final approach into Santiago de Compostela.

Touchdown…

UPDATE #9 @ 0139 UK time – TOUCHDOWN!

Jet2 flight LS226, originally bound for Leeds from Las Palmas, has touched down into Santiago de Compostela!

At this stage, the reason for the earlier emergency call is unclear.

As soon as we have more information pertinent to this, then we will update you accordingly.

For now, this remains a developing story pending additional updates.

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It has emerged that Jet2 flight LS245 from Leeds to Split had to make an emergency landing at Manchester Airport on July 14.
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Jet2 Flight LS245 Leeds-Split Makes Emergency Landing in Manchester

by James Field
written by James Field

It has emerged that Jet2 flight LS245 from Leeds to Split had to make an emergency landing at Manchester Airport on July 14.

Information has been released pertinent to the incident at hand, which we will detail in this article.

Without further ado, let’s get into it…

Emergency!: Jet2 Flight LS245 Leeds-Split: Manchester Diversion…

It has emerged that Jet2 flight LS245 from Leeds to Split had to make an emergency landing at Manchester Airport on July 14.
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It has emerged that Jet2 flight LS245 from Leeds to Split had to make an emergency landing at Manchester Airport on July 14.
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Jet2 flight LS245, which made the emergency landing at Manchester, is a routine scheduled flight between Leeds and Split.

Also, it is understood the aircraft involved in the incident was G-GDFO.

As per data from Planespotters.net, G-GDFO is a 26.4 year old Boeing 737-300 that originally started out life with America West Airlines in September 1998.

By February 2007, the aircraft was handed over to Thomsonfly, which became Thomson Airways in May 2009.

February 2013 was when the aircraft was eventually handed over to it’s current owner, where it has been since.

Furthermore, of the 737-300 variant, Jet2 only has seven left.

Within that seven, all but one are in active service, with an average fleet age of 26.3 years.

As well as the 737-300 variant, LS has the following other aircraft in their fleet:

  • 13 Airbus A321 Family aircraft.
  • 2 Airbus A330s – On lease from AirTanker.
  • 98 Boeing 737-800s.
  • Six Boeing 757s.

Jet2 flight LS245, which made the emergency landing at Manchester, departed Leeds at 0752 local time, and initially climbed out towards Split.

Near Scunthorpe, the aircraft made a u-turn and entered a series of holds to the north of Sheffield.

From there, the crew declared an emergency before eventually making it into Manchester at 0838 local time.

As per The Aviation Herald, it is understood that the crew had to shut down one of it’s engines due to a low oil pressure indication.

Aircraft Grounded for 24 Hours…

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Data from RadarBox highlights that G-GDFO, the aircraft involved in the emergency at Manchester on LS245 Leeds (LBA)-Split, was grounded for around 24 hours following the incident.

On July 15, the aircraft made a positioning flight back to LBA, where it shortly after started operating commercial flights.

Since July 15, the aircraft has operated the following flights:

  • LS295 – LBA to Krakow.
  • LS296 – Krakow to LBA.
  • LS439 – LBA to Dubrovnik.
  • LS440 – Dubrovnik to LBA.
  • LS273 – LBA to Alicante.
  • LS274 – Alicante to LBA.
  • LS447 – LBA to Zakynthos.
  • LS448 – Zakynthos to LBA.

No additional incidents have been reported with the aircraft since the July 14 emergency.

Overall…

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In conclusion, it remains clear that the Jet2 aircraft that operated LS245 Leeds-Split was fixed quickly and safely following the emergency landing into Manchester.

As mentioned, the aircraft is back in service, and no additional incidents have been reported with G-GDFO.

There should be no concern over the aircraft’s safety at all, with this being fixed by the professional team at Jet2.

For now, all eyes will be on the aircraft’s continued operational performance.

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Jet2 has this week posted a preliminary profit of £520.1m profit this week, and has confirmed the exercising of more orders for the Airbus A321neo.
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Jet2 Posts Preliminary £520.1m Profit, Exercises Airbus A321neo Orders

by James Field
written by James Field

Jet2 has this week posted a preliminary profit of £520.1m profit this week, and has confirmed the exercising of more orders for the Airbus A321neo.

The UK travel carrier has produced an incredible set of numbers for the financial year ending March 31, 2024.

Without further ado, let’s get into it…

The Numbers…

Jet2 has this week posted a preliminary profit of £520.1m profit this week, and has confirmed the exercising of more orders for the Airbus A321neo.
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Profits at Jet2 rose by a whopping 33% to a preliminary figure of £520.1m compared to 2023’s figure of £390.8m.

Revenues rose 24% from just over £5bn to £6.2bn.

Passenger numbers grew a modest nine per cent to 17.72m, compared to the 16.22m handled back in 2023.

Highlights from Jet2 consisted of the opening of it’s new base in Liverpool Airport, and noted the upcoming launch of the Bournemouth Airport, which will begin flights in February 2025.

More Airbus A321neo Orders Jet2…

Jet2 has this week posted a preliminary profit of £520.1m profit this week, and has confirmed the exercising of more orders for the Airbus A321neo.
Photo Credit: James Field/AviationSource

Within the financial results from Jet2, they also confirmed that they have exercised it’s remaining order of Airbus A321neo aircraft.

This means that between now and 2035, the airline will receive 146 units of the aircraft type.

Furthermore, this will be utilised for both fleet renewal, but also additional expansion in flights and new routes.

It is strong news for the carrier, and is reflective of their current financial position at present.

CEO Heapy: Proactive Approach Has Enabled Success…

Jet2 has this week posted a preliminary profit of £520.1m profit this week, and has confirmed the exercising of more orders for the Airbus A321neo.
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In a full statement, Jet2 CEO Steve Heapy said the following on the financials, which enabled the firming of Airbus A321neo orders:

“We are very pleased to have been able to report another year of strong financial results as our Leisure Travel business delivered an improvement in Group Revenue of 24% to £6,255.3m (2023: £5,033.5m) and an increase in Group profit before FX revaluation and taxation of 33% to £520.1m† (2023: £390.8m).”

“These results underlined the popularity, resilience and flexibility of our holiday products and also our leading brand position, as despite the continuing inflationary pressures, millions of UK customers still chose to prioritise their disposable income for a rejuvenating and relaxing Jet2 holiday!”

“For the reporting period, seat capacity increased 10% to 19.73m. Although customer bookings were closer to departure, the business achieved a healthy average load factor of 89.8% (2023: 90.5%) with growth in average pricing for both our leisure travel products robust.”

“Higher margin per passenger Package Holiday customers grew 15% to 6.08m (2023: 5.29m) and were a materially higher mix of total departing passengers at 68.3% (2023: 64.9%), with Flight-only passengers reducing by 1% to 5.61m (2023: 5.69m).”

Future Investments…

“The Group commits considerable investment in order to be well prepared for its summer operations and Summer 2023 was no different, as we welcomed over 2,500 new Colleagues bringing the total number to over 15,000 at peak summer flying activity.”

“Although the widespread aviation sector disruption experienced in Summer 2022 was not repeated, as always, we anticipated that there would be unpredictable challenges posed by the external operating environment.”

“As a Customer First organisation, this means investing to embed sufficient resilience into our operations, including but not limited to, standby aircraft and crews, generous amounts of in-resort customer helpers, plus responsive ‘go teams’ in the event of unforeseen developments.”

“This proactive approach enabled us to effectively navigate Summer 2023 events such as Rhodes (wildfires) and Skiathos (flooding), the technological systems failure at NATS, together with the record number of air traffic control strikes across Europe and mitigate the impact on our Customers.”

Overall: Jet2 is Thriving, The Airbus A321neos Will Make The Difference…

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In conclusion, Jet2 is in a very solid position at this time. The profitability has enabled significant investment, like the firming up of more Airbus A321neo aircraft.

Furthermore, with Summer 2024 bookings looking strong, there is further scope to grow further.

For now, all eyes will be on how the rest of the Summer performs for the airline.

If last year’s metrics are anything to go by, and the growth continues, it will be smooth sailing.

We could very well see profitability increase even further as the next few years go on.

What we do know is that Jet2 is a company to be reckoned with in the UK travel market.

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In the last few moments, Jet2 flight LS810 bound for Malaga has declared an emergency during the descent into Manchester.
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Jet2 Flight LS810 Malaga-Manchester Declares Emergency

by James Field
written by James Field

In the last few moments, Jet2 flight LS810 bound for Malaga has declared an emergency during the descent into Manchester.

Also, G-LSAK is the aircraft involved in the incident.

Follow below for live updates.

Live Emergency: Jet2 Flight LS810 Malaga-Manchester…

In the last few moments, Jet2 flight LS810 bound for Malaga has declared an emergency during the descent into Manchester.
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Welcome!

Welcome to our live updates! Keep refreshing for updates!

Continuing to Destination…

In the last few moments, Jet2 flight LS810 bound for Malaga has declared an emergency during the descent into Manchester.

LS810 is continuing on to it’s destination following the emergency declaration.

Moreover, it is unclear currently what the nature of the incident is.

About G-LSAK: The Jet2 757 Involved in the Emergency on LS810 Malaga-Manchester

G-LSAK is the aircraft involved in the incident.

As per Planespotters, G-LSAK is a 27.7 year old Boeing 757-200 that started out life with American Trans Air in November 1996.

Furthermore, by March 2003, it became part of ATA Airlines, before being sent to Jet2 in January 2010.

In September 2011, it was sent to RAK Airways on lease, before being returned to the UK carrier in June 2012.

Loss of Hydraulic Fluid & Steering…

@FlightEmergency on X reports that the aircraft has suffered a loss of hydraulic fluid and a loss of steering as a result.

Hold Entered…

Jet2 flight LS810 from Malaga has entered a hold to the south-east of Manchester.

Jet2 Emergency Preparing for Landing…

In the last few moments, Jet2 flight LS810 bound for Malaga has declared an emergency during the descent into Manchester.

LS810 has exited it’s singular hold and is preparing to approach the center-fix for the 23s at MAN.

Unclear whether it will be 23R or 23L for landing based on the nature of the emergency.

On Final…

Jet2 flight LS810 from Malaga, which declared the emergency, is now on final approach for the 23s at Manchester.

TOUCHDOWN!

In the last few moments, Jet2 flight LS810 bound for Malaga has declared an emergency during the descent into Manchester.

TOUCHDOWN! LS810 has appeared to have touched down safely on Runway 23L at MAN following it’s emergency declaration.

It is understood the aircraft has been met by emergency crews as well as operational teams from the airline, with a tug alongside.

Imagery from the @airlinerslive team shows the aircraft on short final to the runway.

Come to a Safe Stop…

LS810 is understood to have come to a safe stop on Runway 23L after touchdown.

Next Steps…

Furthermore, the next steps for the aircraft will be for it to be towed to the apron at Manchester Airport.

It is unclear whether passengers will be disembarked onto the Runway and taken to the terminal or not.

Also, G-LSAK will be pulled out of commercial service whilst repairs commence on the aircraft.

That brings an end to our coverage. Thank you for following in real time.

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In the last few moments, Jet2 flight LS176 from Tenerife to Glasgow has declared an emergency off the south Coast of Ireland.
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Jet2 Flight LS176 Tenerife-Glasgow Declares Emergency in Cork

by James Field
written by James Field

In the last few moments, Jet2 flight LS176 from Tenerife to Glasgow has declared an emergency off the south Coast of Ireland and is diverting to Cork.

Also, G-JZBD is the aircraft in question operating this flight.

Follow below for live updates.

Live Emergency: Jet2 LS176 Tenerife-Glasgow: Cork Diversion…

In the last few moments, Jet2 flight LS176 from Tenerife to Glasgow has declared an emergency off the south Coast of Ireland.
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Welcome!

Welcome to our live updates! Furthermore, coverage will follow in the next few minutes! Keep refreshing!

Descending Out of FL130: Cork Diversion?

In the last few moments, Jet2 flight LS176 from Tenerife to Glasgow has declared an emergency off the south Coast of Ireland.

LS176 looks to be descending out of FL130, with the nearest airfield for diversion being Cork at present.

Cork Confirmed…

LS176 is confirmed to be diverting to Cork Airport in Ireland. The flight is passing through 9,000 feet and looks to be setting up for an approach onto Runway 34.

About G-JZBD… The Jet2 Aircraft Involved in the Emergency on LS176 Tenerife-Glasgow…

G-JZBD is the aircraft involved in this incident.

Moreover, as per Planespotters, G-JZBD is a 6.7 year old Boeing 737-800 that was delivered to the airline in November 2017.

Of the 737-800 variant, LS has 98 of them in the fleet.

Furthermore, of that 98, all but two are in active service, with an average fleet age of 14.8 years.

On Final Approach…

In the last few moments, Jet2 flight LS176 from Tenerife to Glasgow has declared an emergency off the south Coast of Ireland and is diverting to Cork.

Jet2 flight LS176, originally bound for Glasgow from Tenerife, is now on final for an emergency landing into Cork Airport, Ireland.

TOUCHDOWN!

TOUCHDOWN! LS176 has appeared to have safely touched down into it’s diversion field of Cork following it’s emergency call not too long ago.

Furthermore, the cause of the emergency is not yet known.

As soon as we have more information pertinent to this, we will update you accordingly.

For now, this remains a developing story pending additional updates.

Parked Up On Stand…

LS176 has appeared to have parked on a stand. Still no information about what has happened onboard tonight.

Current Update from LS…

Also, courtesy of the Jet2 flight status page, this is where we are at currently with the incident.

LS176 is expected to depart Cork again at 0245 local time based on what the flight status tracker is saying.

Furthermore, this would give an arrival back into Glasgow at 0353 local time.

@Shauns_Aviation on X mentions that this was a medical emergency.

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Jet2 Expands Faro Flights from Bournemouth to Offer Costa de la Luz Holidays

by James Field
written by James Field

It has been revealed this week that Jet2 will expand it’s Faro flights from Bournemouth to include holiday offerings to Costa de la Luz.

More choice from the UK airport means the potential for more flights if bookings are strong for the Summer 2025 season.

Without further ado, let’s get into it…

The Plans for Jet2 With Costa de la Luz Through The Bournemouth-Faro Flights…

Jet2 will utilise aircraft like the Boeing 737-800 to operate flights to the Costa de la Luz region using Faro Airport from Bournemouth Airport.
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It is understood the Costa de la Luz holidays will be available via Jet2 (LS/EXS) flights from Bournemouth to Faro for the Summer 2025 season.

The airline is facing strong demand for the next 12 months.

Passengers will benefit from more offerings as demand grows.

Furthermore, it also means this region will join the other four areas that are bookable under the LS network:

  • Punta Umbria
  • Isla Canela
  • Isla Cristina
  • El Rompido

Moreover, Costa de la Luz will be available from May to October 2025 for such flights between Bournemouth and Faro with Jet2.

Both Sides Happy About More Choice for Passengers…

Jet2 will utilise aircraft like the Boeing 737-800 to operate flights to the Costa de la Luz region using Faro Airport from Bournemouth Airport.
Photo Credit: James Field/AviationSource

Commenting on the recent announcement was Jet2 CEO Steve Heapy:

“We are absolutely delighted to be giving customers and independent travel agents the chance to discover an authentic slice of Spain thanks to the launch of Costa de la Luz as a brand-new destination from Bournemouth Airport for Summer 25.”

“As a result of this launch, customers can easily reach this stunning region and Spain’s best beaches via Faro Airport.”

“This expansion comes on the back of fantastic demand from customers and independent travel agents looking to experience all the qualities that make us an award-winning airline and tour operator.”

“Thanks to the launch of this brand-new destination, we look forward to welcoming even more holidaymakers onboard from our newest base, and showcasing all the reasons why we delight customers.”

Adding to this was Steve Gill, Managing Director of Bournemouth Airport:

“This is another great new addition to our summer 2025 schedule and means holidaymakers have even more choice when booking their summer break in Spain with Jet2holidays from Bournemouth Airport.”

Overall…

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In conclusion, this is strong news for Bournemouth Airport.

Moreover, the Costa de la Luz offering will no doubt enable more bookings to be made on the Bournemouth-Faro flights.

Airlines like Jet2 are experiencing strong travel demand still.

This can be seen through offering bookings up to a year or more in advance.

Looking ahead, all eyes will be on whether this new addition will prove popular with passengers.

If it does, then it will open up scope to expand flights from out of the area.

But for now, let’s see what happens over the next 12 months as booking are made.

If all goes well, then this could be another money maker for the airport and the airline.

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Jet2 Announces Return of Iceland Flights From Stansted

by Len Varley
written by Len Varley

Jet2.com, a leading leisure airline in the United Kingdom, is thrilled to announce an expanded program of flights to Iceland from London Stansted Airport for winter 2025/2026.

This exciting program opens up a world of possibilities for travelers seeking an unforgettable Icelandic adventure.

Twice-Weekly Flights

The program offers convenient and flexible travel options with flights departing every Wednesday and Sunday between October 26th, 2025, and November 16th, 2025. Flights will also operate on March 11th, 2026, and April 5th, 2026.

This schedule caters to diverse travel preferences, allowing you to tailor your Icelandic escape to your needs.

Whether you’re seeking a quick weekend getaway or a longer exploration, these convenient flights ensure a smooth and enjoyable travel experience.

Jet2 Boeing 757 G-LASH lines up for takeoff.
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Peak Winter Timing

The program for Jet2 Iceland flights strategically coincides with popular school breaks like the October and February half-terms. This makes it ideal for families with children.

This allows families to create lasting memories together amidst Iceland’s awe-inspiring landscapes. But the appeal extends beyond families.

The October to November timeframe offers some of the best opportunities to witness the Northern Lights.

Meanwhile, the later March to April timeframe provides a chance to experience Iceland’s dramatic landscapes with fewer crowds.

A Jet2 Boeing 737 on approach.
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Iceland: Beyond the Northern Lights

While the Northern Lights are undoubtedly a highlight, Iceland offers a treasure trove of natural wonders to explore.

From awe-inspiring glaciers like Vatnajokull, the largest glacier in Europe, to geothermal wonders like the Blue Lagoon, a world-famous spa known for its milky-blue waters, Iceland’s diverse landscape captivates visitors.

Dramatic waterfalls like Gullfoss and Seljalandsfoss add to the island nation’s undeniable beauty. Don’t forget Reykjavik, Iceland’s vibrant capital city.

Reykjavik offers a charming blend of history, culture, and culinary delights.

A skier on the slopes in winter.
Photo Credit: Jet2

About Jet2.com

Jet2.com is a leading leisure airline in the United Kingdom, known for its friendly and reliable service. They offer a range of award-winning benefits, including spacious leather seats, generous baggage allowances.

A 22kg checked bag is included as standard, with a complimentary 10kg hand luggage allowance. Passengers can also choose from a wide selection of in-flight meals and drinks to enhance their travel experience.

About London Stansted Airport

London Stansted Airport is a major international airport located in Essex, England. It is known for its efficient operations and commitment to providing a smooth and hassle-free passenger experience.

The airport offers a wide range of facilities and amenities, including restaurants, cafes, shops, and currency exchange services.

Stansted Airport’s convenient location makes it an ideal starting point for your Icelandic adventure, with excellent transportation links to central London and other parts of the United Kingdom.

London Stansted Airport Has A Strong July
Photo Credit: London Stansted Airport.

Stakeholder Comments

Neringa Ohrstrom, Head of Brand and Marketing at London Stansted Airport gave comment on the route relaunch.

 “Iceland’s popularity is undeniable, and holidaymakers will be thrilled to see this new route offered by Jet2.com and Jet2holidays for winter 2025/2026.”

“Reykjavik is a captivating city break destination, but it’s the country’s breathtaking natural beauty that truly elevates it to a must-visit location.”

Steve Heapy, CEO of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays added further comment for the airline. “We’re delighted to announce this exciting program of scheduled flights and unforgettable Iceland flights from London Stansted Airport.”

“This program, responding to high customer demand, offers fantastic choices and was launched early to meet the needs of both our customers and independent travel agents across the region.”

“The dazzling beauty of Iceland, combined with the award-winning benefits provided by Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks, gives us great confidence that this program will be another resounding success.”

“We anticipate welcoming more travelers than ever before to this breathtaking destination.”

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In the early hours of this morning, a Jet2 flight from Fuerteventura made an emergency landing at Manchester Airport.
Emergency

Jet2 757 Makes Emergency Landing at Manchester Airport

by James Field
written by James Field

In the early hours of this morning, a Jet2 flight from Fuerteventura made an emergency landing at Manchester Airport.

Information is limited surrounding this incident, but below is what we know on this so far.

Without further ado, let’s get into it…

Jet2 Flight LS998 – Fuerteventura to Manchester Airport…

In the early hours of this morning, a Jet2 flight from Fuerteventura made an emergency landing at Manchester Airport.
Data provided by RadarBox.com.
In the early hours of this morning, a Jet2 flight from Fuerteventura made an emergency landing at Manchester Airport.
Laurent ERRERA from L’Union, France, CC BY-SA 2.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Jet2 flight LS998, which made an emergency landing, is a routine scheduled flight between Fuerteventura & Manchester.

The aircraft involved in the incident is G-LSAE.

As per data from Planespotters.net, G-LSAE is a 36.4 year old Boeing 757-200 that started out life with Air Holland in March 1988.

Air Holland leased the aircraft to Sterling Airways, Icelandair, Dinar Lineas Aereas, Spanair & Air Gabon between 1989 and 2002.

In July 2004, the aircraft was handed over to Air Slovakia, before joining it’s current airline in September 2006.

Of the 757-200 variant, the airline has six of them left and have an average fleet age of 32.8 years.

On top of this, Jet2 also has the following aircraft in their fleet:

  • 13 Airbus A321 Family aircraft.
  • 2 Airbus A330s.
  • 105 Boeing 737 Family aircraft.

Jet2 flight LS998 departed Fuerteventura at 2315 local time last night and tracked north to Manchester Airport.

Off the coast of Ireland, the aircraft started descending, which was the point that the emergency declaration was made.

At 0320 local time, the aircraft landed safely into the airport, with a delay of over two hours.

Aircraft Re-Entered Service Five Hours Later…

Laurent ERRERA from L’Union, France, CC BY-SA 2.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Data from RadarBox shows that the aircraft re-entered commercial service around five hours after the emergency landing into Manchester.

G-LSAE ended up operating the LS825 service to Ibiza, and is expected to operate the following services today:

  • LS826 back to Manchester Airport.
  • LS995 to Las Palmas.
  • LS996 back to MAN.

If it was a technical issue, it would have been fixed in that five hour gap by engineers at the airport.

Reason Unclear At This Time…

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Overall, the reason for the emergency is unclear, with no further information released.

As soon as we have more information pertinent to what happened on Jet2 flight LS998 Fuerteventura-Manchester Airport, then we will update you.

Such updates will be seen at the bottom of this article as they come in.

For now, this remains a developing story pending additional updates in due course.

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