Cork crash airline expresses sympathy for victims

Manx2.com has issued a statement regarding today's fatal air incident at Cork Airport, where six people lost their lives.

"The aircraft was carrying 10 passengers and two crew members – a captain and a co-pilot," said the statement.

"The aircraft involved was a Metro Liner leased from Flightline BCN in Spain.

"The aircraft left Belfast City Airport at 7:50am this morning and was due to land in Cork at 9am.

"Due to weather conditions at Cork Airport the aircraft tried to land twice, and the incident took place on its third approach.

"We are working with all relevant authorities to establish what happened.

"We would like to express our sincere sympathies to the families of those who lost their lives in this tragic accident."