Key Highlights
- An easyJet Airbus A320-214, registered as G-EZWK, faced a cascade of mechanical faults during a flight from Edinburgh to Paris.
- The aircraft declared an emergency and was diverted to Manchester for inspection.
- All passengers were re-accommodated on a replacement aircraft while the easyJet Airbus remains grounded for a “deep-dive” inspection.
easyJet’s Struggles: A 12-Year-Old Workhorse in Crisis
And so, yet another chapter of easyJet’s maintenance nightmare unfolds. The airline’s fleet, like any other in the industry, faces the harsh realities of aging aircraft and the relentless demands of air travel. G-EZWK, a 12-year-old Airbus A320-214, is at the center of this latest drama.
The Turbulent Journey
The evening of February 6, 2026, saw G-EZWK approach Edinburgh Airport with a series of technical issues. The crew dealt with pneumatic failures, engine-related faults, and electrical problems—issues that together painted a picture of an aircraft on the brink. A harrowing flight was followed by a tense landing at 18:55 GMT.
Emergency Diversion
The next day, February 7, G-EZWK embarked on its journey from Edinburgh to Paris (Flight U23241). Mid-flight, around an hour later, the crew faced another emergency. The 7700 squawk code was broadcast, and the aircraft safely diverted to Manchester. Passengers aboard experienced a tense atmosphere as the pilots navigated through the recurrence of mechanical instability.
Inspection and Controversy
easyJet has confirmed that all passengers were re-accommodated on a replacement aircraft while G-EZWK remains grounded in Manchester for a thorough inspection. The incident raises questions about maintenance intervals and the reliability of easyJet’s aging fleet. At 12 years old, this A320-214 is far from being a new player but still faces the challenges common to its peers.
The Airbus A320-214, registered as G-EZWK, first signaled trouble on the evening of February 6, 2026.
As it approached Edinburgh Airport, the crew reportedly dealt with a complex series of pneumatic and electrical failures.
Roughly an hour into the flight on February 7, G-EZWK was forced to declare a general emergency, broadcasting the 7700 squawk code. The aircraft diverted to Manchester (MAN), where it landed safely.
