Created Thursday, May 14th 2026 17:37Z, last updated Thursday, May 14th 2026 17:37Z
A BAW British Airways Embraer ERJ-190, registration G-LCYM performing flight
BA-8724 from London City,EN to Glasgow,SC (UK), was climbing out of London City's runway 27 when lightning struck the aircraft. The crew continued the climb to FL160, then decided to return to London City for a safe landing on runway 27 about 65 minutes after departure.
A passenger reported there was a loud bang.
A replacement Embraer ERJ-190 registration G-LCAD reached Glasgow with a delay of about 2:20 hours.
The occurrence aircraft remained on the ground for about 15.5 hours, then positioned to Exeter,EN (UK) before being returned to service.
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