Leeds Bradford Airport re-opens but storm continues to disrupt rail …
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Leeds Bradford Airport[1] has re-opened after a plane veered off the runway in yesterday’s storm Babet.
The TUI Airways flight from Corfu went off the runway and onto the grass after landing at around 1.53pm in heavy rain. None of the 195 passengers and crew were injured.
The LBA team said it and its partners had worked tirelessly throughout the night in torrential conditions to recover the aircraft in order to safely reopen the runway and airport.
The airport put out this statement at 12.30 today.:
Passengers travelling should contact their airline to check the status of their flight before travelling to the airport as there will be continuing disruption.
We understand the significant disruption and inconvenience for passengers departing for their holidays and returning home. We are grateful for the patience and understanding our passengers and business partners have shown during this difficult time.
It thanked staff and passengers for their patience:
We want to express our sincere gratitude to everyone involved in supporting the effort dealing with the incident, disruption and recovery of the aircraft in exceptionally difficult conditions.
Once again, we would like to thank our passengers for their cooperation and understanding during this challenging period.
LNER warns people not to travel
LNER[2] meanwhile, has warned rail passengers not to travel today as the severe weather continues to cause major disruption to services.
In a statement LNER said:
Due to ongoing flooding of the route between Doncaster and Wakefield, speed restrictions in Scotland and trains and crews being out of position following yesterday’s extensive disruption, an extremely limited service is in operation and services may be subject to short-notice cancellation.
There are no LNER services operating north of Edinburgh. Due to road closures, rail replacement is not available. Other train operators are also subject to disruption.
Tickets will be valid for travel between Monday 23 October and Friday 27 October 2023 or fee free refunds will be possible from the original point of purchase.