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British Airways Flight Diverted After Lightning Strike

Passengers safely transported to Heathrow after emergency landing at Gatwick due to severe weather

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Overview

  • Video footage captured lightning hitting the plane's wing during descent to Heathrow.
  • The flight from Stuttgart was diverted to Gatwick, arriving an hour late.
  • Passengers praised the crew for their handling of the situation.
  • No injuries or significant damage to the aircraft were reported.
  • Experts note that commercial jets are built to withstand lightning strikes.