EasyJet flight took off from wrong runway point at Manchester Airport after cockpit error
Published 12 June 2026 ยท general
An EasyJet flight from Manchester to Kos mistakenly took off from the wrong runway position, significantly reducing available runway length. While the Airbus A320 departed
An EasyJet flight from Manchester to Kos mistakenly took off from the wrong runway position, significantly reducing available runway length. While the Airbus A320 departed safely, investigators highlighted the serious safety implications of such navigation errors, especially under different conditions. The AAIB's findings emphasize the potential risks associated with reduced runway distance during take-off.
Published: June 12, 2026 โข 2:39 PM IST ยท Updated: June 12, 2026 โข 3:03 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
An EasyJet flight from Manchester to Kos mistakenly took off from the wrong runway position, significantly reducing available runway length.
While the Airbus A320 departed safely, investigators highlighted the serious safety implications of such navigation errors, especially under different conditions.
The AAIB's findings emphasize the potential risks associated with reduced runway distance during take-off.