Ryanair flight lands just minutes before running out of fuel

An investigation has been opened after a Ryanair flight diverted to Manchester last week and landed with just six minutes worth of jet fuel left in its tank.

The flight from Italy was heading to Scotland.

However, three attempts to land were aborted due to the strong winds during Storm Amy.

Pilots then issued a mayday call and were directed to Manchester Airport where it was able to land safely.

Wind speeds during the storm reached up to 100 mph.

According to a technical log shared with the media, the Boeing 737-800 had just 220kg of fuel left after landing.

Analysis of this estimates the fuel would have lasted just a few minutes longer.

“Ryanair reported this to the relevant authorities. As this is now subject of an ongoing investigation, which we are co-operating fully with, we are unable to comment,” the airline said.

The Air Accidents Investigation Branch confirmed the airline notified them and an investigation has begun.

A spokesperson said: AAIB inspectors have begun making inquiries and gathering evidence.”

One passenger onboard the flight said the plane spent about two hours attempting to land in Scotland.

Two attempts were made in Prestwick following by one in Edinburgh.

It was then diverted to Manchester.

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