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Heathrow airport is experiencing severe delays due to a plane that was forced to make an emergency landing. The airport initially closed both runways, but they have both since re-opened. Many flights have been delayed while the airport restores a normal service. British Airways has cancelled all short-haul flights until 4pm.

We suggest you contact your airline to confirm the status of your flight before setting out today. We will keep you updated with further news.

Reports suggest that the plane in question may have flown into a flock of birds, damaging its engines and requiring it to make an emergency landing at Heathrow. There is no concern that this was not an accident at this time and all passengers have been evacuated from the plane safely.

If you're stranded at Heathrow, take a look at available rooms at Heathrow airport hotels.

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