EasyJet Flight Crew Faces Medical Emergency
EasyJet Flight Crew Faces Medical Emergency
EasyJet Flight Crew Faces Medical Emergency
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On July 27, an EasyJet flight from London to Portugal experienced a rare incident when the co-pilot fainted mid-air, prompting a red alert to be issued. The flight, carrying 193 passengers, landed safely at Lisbon Airport, where paramedics attended to the co-pilot, who was later hospitalized at Santa Maria Hospital. EasyJet confirmed that the captain followed all standard procedures during the emergency, assuring that the safety of the flight was not compromised. Due to the incident, passengers on the subsequent return flight faced delays of approximately three hours. This event is part of a concerning trend involving medical emergencies among flight crew, with recent incidents reported by other airlines as well. EasyJet reiterated its commitment to the safety and welfare of its passengers and crew.

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