EY 183 diversion
Etihad flight EY 183 flying from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco diverted today into Manchester.
Appears it may have been a medical emergency or similar but I was wondering why Manchester?
The flight appeared to have turned towards its final destination while over the North Sea quite close to Norway. It also passed overhead Newcastle on its way in. What factors would make Manchester the crews choice? Medical facilities? Company hub? Jose fans?