Marine One diverted to Luton after hydraulic issue

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A helicopter carrying Donald Trump was forced to divert to Luton airport on Thursday. The aircraft was en route to Stansted airport when the incident occurred.

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said "due to a minor hydraulic issue" the aircraft carrying the US president landed at a "local airfield". She confirmed the decision was taken "out of an abundance of caution".

Leavitt added that the US president "safely boarded the support helicopter" following the emergency landing. The helicopter carrying the president is known as Marine One.

Emergency response at airport

Emergency services were seen at Luton following the landing. The response demonstrated standard safety protocols for presidential aircraft diversions.

Trump was travelling from Chequers with his wife Melania following a state visit to the UK. The couple had been staying at the prime minister's country residence.

Departure continues as planned

At Stansted airport, the president successfully boarded his plane Air Force One. The aircraft then departed for Washington, completing the journey despite the earlier technical issue.

Sources used: "PA Media" Note: This article has been edited with the help of Artificial Intelligence.

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