US jets’ stop unscheduled

FOUR American military jets were forced to make an unscheduled stopover in Port Moresby yesterday, according to the United States embassy.
The embassy said the four military jets were travelling through international airspace when they were forced to make an unscheduled diversion from their planned flight path.
With permission from Papua New Guinea’s Department of Transport, the aircraft landed at Jackson International Airport for an hour before continuing their flight.
The embassy said the military jets were able to continue safely to their intended destination thanks to the quick work of the Department of Transport and Jackson Airport staff. US Embassy chargé d’affaires Joseph Zadrozny said: “This is a great example of the partnership between the United States and Papua New Guinea (PNG).
“We know that when we ask for help as a friend, PNG will be there to assist.
“Thank you to all those who aided our pilots in getting safely on their way.”
According to the embassy, a flight diversion happens when an aircraft is unable to arrive directly at its final destination because of some unforeseen circumstances, such as mechanical issues or bad weather.
Unscheduled diversions are a frequent occurrence worldwide in the aviation industry, including military and commercial flights.