Storm Éowyn: Horror moment flight forced to abort landing at Manchester Airport in 60mph winds This is the horror moment a flight has to abort landing at Manchester Airport after the area was battered by 60mph winds this morning.
In a follow-up statement shared with the Manchester Evening News, the airport urged passengers to regularly check the status of their flights with their airlines due to the potential of cancellations.
Due to the potential for disruption on the wider transport network, we also advise passengers to check for disruption on their routes to the airport before they leave the house and to allow extra time for their journeys.
"Passengers due to fly from Manchester Airport today should make sure they regularly check the status of their flights with their airlines.
An airport spokesperson said that although there are high winds, these are currently directed along the length of the runway, which was designed in the direction of the prevailing winds.
