An airport in Gloucestershire has been temporarily closed “until further notice” following an incident where a light aircraft overshot the runway. The airport announced the situation on X, previously known as Twitter, indicating that the event occurred at 7:04 PM BST on Tuesday. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported, and the Air Accident Investigation Branch (AAIB) has been informed.
Authorities at Gloucestershire Airport stated that their Emergency Plan was activated immediately, prompting the dispatch of emergency services. They expressed that they are not able to share further details at this moment but will provide updates as they become available.
In a message to the public, the airport thanked the community for their understanding while they manage this situation. For ongoing updates, follow BBC Gloucestershire on Facebook, X, and Instagram, or share your story ideas via email or WhatsApp at 0800 313 4630.
