HOUSTON - No injuries have been reported after a United flight bound for Milwaukee had to divert back to Bush Intercontinental Airport on Friday afternoon.

What we know:

According to FlightAware, United flight 6280, operated by Mesa Airlines, took off from Bush Intercontinental Airport just before 2:30 p.m.

According to the Houston Fire Department, an Alert II was issued for the flight due to a flap issue on the wing around 3:25 p.m.

Flight data information from FlightAware shows the flight returned to Bush Airport about an hour later.

What they're saying:

According to a statement from Mesa Airlines, who operated the flight, there was no fire on board the plane. Officials said the flight crew acted in accordance with established procedures and the aircraft landed safely without inc

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