Virgin Atlantic flight forced to turn back to London after 'laser shone in pilot's eyes

The Virgin Atlantic flight doubled back as a "precautionary measure" after the co-pilot reported feeling unwell following the incident, the airline said

 

Worrying: A Virgin Atlantic plane was forced to turn back after the 'laser incident'. File picture

A plane bound for New York had to return to Heathrow Airport after a laser was shone at the cockpit.

The Virgin Atlantic flight doubled back as a "precautionary measure" after the co-pilot reported feeling unwell following the incident, the airline said.

Police said they were trying to find the source of the beam.

A Virgin Atlantic spokeswoman said: "The VS025 travelling from London Heathrow to New York JFK flight has returned to Heathrow as a precautionary measure due to a laser beam incident.

"The safety of our crew and customers is our top priority and we apologise for any inconvenience to those on board.

Source. Mirror uk