From involved people I understand that the machine had already tried to get to Elstree from Redhill, had turned back due to bad weather and was reduced in height while returning to base for ATC reasons (we all know what that's like - aircraft on approach etc). There may not even have been any communication with Battersea.
More if I hear it.
Last edited by paco; 16th Jan 2013 at 10:11.