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Bird strike forces flight to land at East Midlands
Ryanair said 9H-VUV diverted after a minor bird strike, and the airline arranged a replacement aircraft to continue the Malta service.
- On Tuesday, September 8, 2026, Ryanair flight FR5883 departed Norwich Airport bound for Malta but declared an emergency shortly after takeoff, forcing an immediate diversion.
- A Ryanair spokesperson stated the diversion followed a "minor bird strike shortly after take-off," prompting the crew to initiate emergency safety procedures immediately.
- Flight data confirms the Boeing 737 MAX 8 halted its climb at approximately 7,000 ft while pilots transmitted squawk code 7700, the international emergency alert.
- The aircraft diverted to East Midlands Airport, landing safely at 10:00 local time where passengers were transferred to a replacement aircraft for Malta.
- Strikes by the Prospect union over pay have been affecting Norwich Airport operations, with members working strictly to contract, adding operational complexity during the incident.
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