A London-bound British Airways passenger flight from New York made an emergency landing in Wales this afternoon after smoke was detected in the passenger cabin, an airport official said.

Football fans in Cardiff were enjoying a carnival atmosphere today – as what is seen as the largest security operation surrounding an FA Cup Final was underway.

A passenger jet carrying Celtic football fans was diverted today when the pilot sent out a mayday call after a major disturbance on board.

Police have been called to a British charter Boeing 737 aircraft which is on the tarmac at Cardiff International Airport having diverted there after crew reported a disturbance on board, aviation sources said.