AN airport near Cirencester has provided an update after an incident involving a light helicopter.
A spokesperson for Cotswold Airport near Kemble told the Standard that a minor incident involving the helicopter took place at 12.15pm today, Friday, October 11.
The aerodrome is now back open.
"Following a minor light helicopter incident at 12.15pm today, the Cotswold Airport aerodrome reopened for air traffic at 2pm," the spokesperson said.
"The incident involved a single helicopter, and its sole occupant was confirmed not to have suffered any serious injuries following care from our onsite medical team.
"Our emergency services team are highly trained for such events and reacted with professionalism and efficiency.
"Thanks to all involved in the management of the incident, ensuring everyone’s safety and the rapid reopening of the aerodrome."
"Following a minor light helicopter incident earlier today, the aerodrome has now reopened," the airport said on Facebook.
Earlier, an individual had written on the social media site: "There have been a lot of police cars, an ambulance and now a fire engine passing by Watermoor Point in the last hour or so. Anyone know what's going on?"
One comment made reference to a 'crash'.
More to follow.
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