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British flight to Cairo turns back because of unrest
A British Midland International flight to Cairo has returned to London after turning back in mid-flight, the company said on Saturday.
Updated on: Jan 29, 2011, 20:38:07 IST
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A British Midland International flight to Cairo has returned to London after turning back in mid-flight, the company said on Saturday.
"Due to the rapidly changing situation in Egypt, British Midland International Flight BD771 which was en route to Cairo is returning to London Heathrow," a spokesperson said.
The plane was carrying 64 passengers and six crew members.
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