EAST Midlands Airport officials have said they can take additional aircraft if flights are diverted after the closure of Luton Airport.
The terminal building at Luton Aiprort has been evacuated after a suspicious item was found in the security search area.
The decision was taken with the police to ensure the safety and security of passengers and staff.
All incoming flights have been suspended and the approach road to the airport has also been closed.
Passengers are advised to contact their airlines to establish the status of their flights.
An EMA spokeswoman said: "It is for individual airlines to decide if they wish to divert to another airport and we have the capacity for additional aircraft."
