Storm Darragh forces Ryanair flight to divert to Glasgow after failed landings

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A Ryanair plane has been diverted to Glasgow after two failed attempts to land as Storm Darragh sweeps the country.The flight had to divert to Glasgow Prestwick after the captain tried to land at Manchester Airport while wild weather battered the UK.Ryanair flight FR4095, operated by Buzz, departed Gdansk in Poland just before 2pm central European time, while the storm was gathering pace in the UK.

By the time the flight was making its final approach at Manchester Airport at around 3.30pm UK time, the weather was particularly bad.

The captain made one attempt to land and, after making another approach also, aborted the second approach, according to radar pictures on AirNet.radar, reports M.E.N.The flight was diverted to Glasgow Prestwick where it landed safely at 4.20pm.

Although some services have performed 'go-arounds' after aborting their first attempt at a landing, all except the flight from Gdansk landed safely on the second time of trying, it is understood.The Daily Record has approached Ryanair has been approached for a comment.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.