IRON MAIDEN's Flight Diverted By Japanese Earthquake

March 11, 2011

According to Mirror.co.uk, the largest earthquake in Japan's recorded history has caused IRON MAIDEN's flight to be diverted as they headed to the country to play a pair of shows in Tokyo.

The British heavy metal legends had flown in from Seoul in South Korea, where they played a concert the previous night.

At least one of their planned gigs at Saitama Super Arena has now been cancelled as the venue undergoes safety checks.

A message posted on the band's web site posted earlier today reads, "Ed Force One, heading to Tokyo for shows this weekend, was diverted to Nagoya and the band and crew are safe.

"Our thoughts are with everyone affected."

Photo by John McMurtrie

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