UK-bound plane makes emergency landing in Russia after ‘fault’ as Putin’s defence team deployed on ‘full alert’

NewsWorld News A UK-bound plane has made an emergency landing in Russia – with Vladimir Putin’s defence team deployed to the scene on “full alert”. The Hainan Airlines flight was heading to Manchester with 230 passengers when the pilot reported a “mechanical fault”, forcing the jet to touch down in Siberia. The flight was heading from Beijing to Manchester when it was forced to land in Russia Credit: East2West It was forced to land in Krasnoyarsk, Siberia, about four hours into the flight (stock) Credit: East2West The Airbus A330-300, which had departed from Beijing, circled several times over the city of Divnogorsk before landing safely in Krasnoyarsk. Russia’s Emergencies Ministry said: “No deaths or injuries were reported. Sign up for The Sun newsletter Thank you! “The aircraft and ground infrastructure sustained no damage.” They added that their teams were on “full alert” when the plane landed. Hainan Airlines said a “mechanical fault” was the reason for the emergency landing which took place about four hours into the journey. But they did not specify any details about the on-board problem. Russia said the seven-year-old plane suffered a “technical malfunction” during the flight. There were both British and Chinese passengers on board, according to local media. Most read in The Sun Putin’s emergency teams were deployed to the airport Credit: Reuters It comes amid Putin’s war in Ukraine and the UK Foreign Office’s warning against all travel to Russia Credit: East2West But the nationalities of the 230 passengers have not been confirmed yet. Local authorities said: “51 personnel and 15 vehicles were dispatched to the scene, including 39 personnel and 11 vehicles from the Russian Ministry of Emergency Situations. “Flight HU753 landed safely at Krasnoyarsk at 6:28am local time. “Immediately after landing, English- and Chinese-speaking airport employees began working at the scene. “At the direction of the Krasnoyarsk Airport CEO, passengers and crew are being provided full support.” They added that a backup plane is being sent to Krasnoyarsk to continue to journey. Hainan Airlines said: “We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused to passengers. “Hainan Airlines always adheres to the principles of safety first and passengers first, providing safe, comfortable and efficient services.” The terrifying emergency landing in Russia comes amid Putin’s barbaric war in Ukraine. The UK Foreign Office advises against all travel to Russia – citing security threats and the limited ability of Britain to provide support. An unconfirmed number of Brit passengers are now reportedly in Putin’s backyard, and it is unclear if their journey will resume without any issues. More to follow… For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online Thesun.co.uk is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/thesun and follow us on TikTok @TheSun. Comment now