Aberdeen Airport drama as helicopter makes emergency landing
A cockpit warning sounded out, prompting pilots to bring the aircraft down
Last updated 3rd Jan 2025
A helicopter forced to make an emergency landing at Aberdeen Airport is under inspection.
Pilots received a cockpit warning just after take off and pilots set the aircraft down.
It happened this morning amid wintry conditions.
The aircraft was soon surrounded by emergency vehicles after landing and was towed to Bristow hangar.
No one was hurt.
Operators Bristow say: "Shortly after take-off, Bristow pilots received a cockpit warning.
"As per protocol, the pilots safely landed the aircraft, all passengers and crew safely exited the aircraft, and the aircraft was towed to the Bristow hangar for further inspection.
"The pilots, airport staff and emergency responders all followed well-established protocols that prioritize the safety of our passengers, which ensured everyone was returned to base without incident.”