Monday, July 14 – 16:41

Jude Winstanley, CEO, London Southend Airport, says: “On behalf of everyone at London Southend Airport, I would like to offer our sincere condolences to the families and friends of those lost in yesterday’s tragic incident. We would also like to thank our local community for their messages of support and understanding at this difficult time. Our staff are working closely with the emergency services and air accident investigators to support their work – I would like to thank them all for their hard work during this period.

“We are in constant dialogue with our operating airlines and, as I’m sure everyone will understand, the airport will remain closed until further notice – passengers should contact their airline for information and advice.”

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Sunday, July 13 – 21:40

Due to a serious incident today at London Southend Airport, we regret to advise that the Airport is closed until further notice.

All flights to and from the Airport have been cancelled while Police, emergency services and air accident investigators are attending the incident.

We ask that any passengers due to travel tomorrow (Monday, July 14) via London Southend Airport contact their airline for information and advice.

Our thoughts are with those affected by today’s events and all passengers impacted by this disruption. We will restart flight operations as soon as possible and will continue to update the public on developments.

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Sunday, July 13 – 18:17

We can confirm there has been a serious incident at London Southend Airport this afternoon involving a general aviation aircraft. We are working closely with the local authorities and will be able to provide more information as soon as possible.