A British Airways aircraft was forced to return to London Gatwick Airport after crew members reported a crack in one of the plane's windows, the airline said.
In a brief statement, British Airways confirmed the aircraft landed safely at Gatwick and that passengers would be able to resume their journey after assessments. The carrier did not provide further details about the flight number, origin or destination.
Incidents involving potential structural damage are treated seriously by airlines and crews, and aircraft are typically returned to the nearest suitable airport for inspection when a concern is identified in flight. British Airways said it was carrying out the necessary checks to ensure the aircraft was safe to continue.
No additional information about the cause of the crack or any follow-up actions was provided in the airline's statement. British Airways and the airport authorities may issue further updates as investigations and inspections proceed.