Akasa flight makes emergency landing for ailing passenger who later dies in hospital
An Akasa Air flight from Varanasi to Mumbai made an emergency landing in Bhopal when a passenger fell seriously ill. Despite efforts from the cabin crew and a doctor, the passenger passed away. The airline extended condolences to the bereaved fami...
Despite the best efforts of our cabin crew and a doctor on board who provided immediate assistance, the passenger, unfortunately, passed away," the airline in a statement. "Our thoughts are with the relatives and loved ones of the deceased passenger. We acknowledge the efforts of our cabin crew and the assisting doctor for their swift response to this emergency," the airline said.
In its statement, Akasa Air said it remained committed to the safety and well-being of passengers and crew and was working on a timely recovery for the onward journey of this flight to ensure minimal disruption for the rest of the passengers. The pilot contacted the Air Traffic Control and made emergency landing at 11.40 am after a passenger faced a serious health issue, airport director Ramji Awasthi told PTI. Awasthi had said the passenger, who was in a critical condition, was rushed to hospital. The flight is expected to resume its journey at 5 pm after completing necessary formalities, Awasthi said.
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