A plane had to make an emergency landing in London today after part of its wing started to come loose after take-off.
Footage shows a section of the CityJet airliner's engine housing flapping in the wind after becoming detached.
Passengers on the aircraft, which was bound for Florence from London City Airport, told of their terror after hearing a loud bang shortly after take-off.
Telegraph journalist Cole Moreton said: "On take-off there was a strange noise then a bang and six-foot plus section of the left wing that looked like suddenly came loose and hung down, flapping in the jetstream.
“It seemed hydraulic pistons had snapped as they were flapping too. Passengers were alarmed and told the cabin staff, who appeared to inform the captain."
After circling the Thames estuary the Avro RJ85 plane landed back at London City Airport and was met with an emergency crew.
CityJet confirmed none of the 61 passengers on board the flight were injured.
A spokesman added: "The WX 281 flight had just taken off from London City Airport on its way to Florence when the cover of the operating mechanism on the wing became partially detached.
"The crew followed their standard procedures and, after a discussion with CityJet Maintenance Control, decided to return to London City Airport.
"Air Traffic Control were notified and the aircraft returned making a normal approach and landing. Passengers are being re-directed on another aircraft and will depart with a two hour delay."
