GENEVA- An easyJet (U2) flight bound for Edinburgh (EDI) declared a mid-air emergency on Sunday night following a bird strike during its journey from Geneva (GVA).
The flight crew encountered the bird strike during the initial phase of the journey. This created technical issues that required immediate attention. The pilots assessed the situation and determined that the aircraft needed to return to Geneva for safety reasons.
EasyJet Mid-air Emergency
The aircraft was forced to land back at Geneva airport (GVA) just 40 minutes after its initial departure, cutting short what should have been a routine flight to Scotland. The crew executed standard emergency procedures and safely returned the aircraft to the ground.
EasyJet (U2) confirmed that the bird strike created an aircraft defect that maintenance crews could not resolve quickly, necessitating the flight cancellation. The airline prioritised passenger safety over schedule adherence in deciding to cancel rather than attempt repairs.
The airline issued a formal notice to affected passengers explaining the situation. EasyJet (U2) stated that the bird strike led to an aircraft default that could not be resolved, acknowledging the disappointment this would cause travellers. The carrier guided passengers on rebooking options and next steps for their travel plans.
Recent Pattern of EasyJet Incidents
The Edinburgh-bound flight incident occurred amid a series of recent emergencies involving easyJet (U2) aircraft.
Two separate easyJet (U2) flights were forced to make emergency landings within two days during mid-June 2025, prompting safety responses at airports in Izmir (ADB) and Paris Orly (ORY).
These incidents highlighted the challenges airlines face in maintaining operational safety while managing diverse technical and environmental factors during flight operations.
First Emergency: Paphos to Bristol Flight
On June 14, 2025, easyJet flight EZY2902, operating an Airbus A320, departed from Paphos International Airport (PFO) en route to Bristol Airport (BRS). The aircraft was cruising at 36,000 feet over Turkish airspace when the flight crew detected a smoke-like smell in the cabin.
The crew immediately initiated precautionary measures and declared an emergency diversion. The aircraft executed an emergency descent and landed safely at Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) approximately one hour and 20 minutes after its original departure from Paphos.
Emergency services met the aircraft upon arrival at Izmir as part of standard safety procedures. Passengers were calmly evacuated from the aircraft without incident, and no injuries were reported during the emergency response.
Second Emergency: Manchester to Enfidha
The following day, June 15, 2025, easyJet flight U22275 from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Enfidha-Hammamet International Airport (NBE) experienced an unexpected mid-flight diversion to Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
The aircraft landed safely at Paris Orly Airport (ORY) without any reported injuries or critical incidents. Emergency services were on standby as a precautionary measure.
Airline Safety Responses
These incidents demonstrate easyJet’s commitment to prioritising passenger safety over operational convenience when technical issues arise. The airline’s flight crews followed established emergency procedures in each case, ensuring safe outcomes despite the operational disruptions.
EasyJet’s handling of these situations reflects industry-standard practices for managing in-flight emergencies and technical malfunctions.
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