United Airlines Flight UA770 Emergency Diversion: What Happened, Why & What It Means
Introduction On October 15, 2025, United Airlines Flight UA770 declared a mid-air emergency and diverted to London Heathrow, prompting widespread attention across aviation news and social media. The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner was en route from Barcelona (BCN) to Chicago O’Hare (ORD) when it squawked 7700—the international code for a general emergency. Thankfully, the aircraft landed…