EasyJet flight aborts landing at Paris-Orly after mortar fire

An EasyJet aircraft preparing to land at Paris-Orly Airport on Sunday had to abort its approach after the pilot spotted mortar fire near the runway, forcing the plane to climb and delay its landing.

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The incident occurred in Val-de-Marne at one of the two main Ile-de-France airports, temporarily disrupting landing operations.

Airport authorities managed the event with no reported injuries or significant damage to the aircraft.

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