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

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

Fri, 19 Sep, 2025 - 07:46
Neil Lancefield, PA Transport Correspondent

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.

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