Donald Trump’s helicopter diverted to Luton Airport due to 'minor hydraulic issue'

Mr Trump was travelling from Chequers with his wife, Melania, following a state visit to the UK

A helicopter carrying Donald Trump was forced to divert to Luton airport on Thursday. Picture: Jane Barlow/PA

A helicopter carrying Donald Trump was forced to divert to Luton Airport on Thursday.

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said “due to a minor hydraulic issue” the aircraft carrying the US president landed at a “local airfield” while en route to Stansted Airport.