Worker dies at Newcastle airport

A worker has died following an accident at Newcastle Airport.

The 50-year-old, who has not been named, was working on the apron - the area where aircraft is refuelled or boarded - when the accident happened.

An investigation is being carried out by Northumbria Police and the Health and Safety Executive.

A spokesperson for Newcastle International Airport said flights were operating as normal following the incident early on Friday.

The airport has said it will cooperate fully with the investigation.