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Trump plane makes emergency landing in Nashville

Posted at 9:24 PM, Feb 03, 2016
and last updated 2016-02-03 21:24:05-05

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - The plane of presidential candidate, Donald Trump, was diverted to Nashville International Airport after reporting engine problems.

The Trump Boeing B757 landed at BNA around 4 p.m. A statement from officials with the Federal Aviation Administration said they would be investigating.

The plane was on its way to Little Rock, Arkansas for a rally when the starboard engine experienced a mechanical issue.

A source close to NewsChannel 5 said Trump was on the plane, and boarded another one after landing.

Trumps plane remained at BNA after the mechanical issues.

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