Photos: Emergency landing at Cardiff Airport
Cardiff Airport has confirmed it has dealt with an emergency landing of a BA flight at 10.40am this morning.
Airport staff launched a full emergency procedure, with fire crews in attendance.
A Cardiff Airport spokesperson has confirmed there were no issues on landing.
Most arrivals and departures from Cardiff Airport have been cancelled this morning due to the snow weather. The airport is advising passengers to check its website before travelling.
For further information about travel disruptions in the region, check the ITV Wales website.
Cardiff Airport has closed because of the snow. Passengers are advised to check their flight status with their airline.
http://www.tbicardiffairport.com/en/news/1/296/weather-update.html
The First Minister Carwyn Jones has announced that the Welsh Government has reached an agreement with TBI (International airport management company) to purchase Cardiff Airport
– Carwyn Jones AM First MinisterThe purchase of the airport will provide some very exciting opportunities for international trade and tourism
We believe there is great potential to develop the airport, especially with the possible devolution of air passenger duty
The First Minister confirms the airport would be run by a specialist operator and that any investment will result in a financial return.
It is fairly common in the UK & EU for airports to be state-owned. Cardiff Airport will be run on a commercial basis