Air India Express passenger gives birth to boy on Muscat–Mumbai flight; Crew helps safely deliver baby
An Air India Express flight witnessed an unexpected event. A Thai woman delivered a baby boy mid-air from Muscat to Mumbai. The cabin crew and a nurse assisted the delivery. The flight was diverted for an emergency landing in Mumbai. Mother and ch...

According to a statement from the airline, the delivery took place with the help of the cabin crew and a nurse who happened to be on the same flight. As soon as the woman went into labour, the crew swiftly sprang into action, relying on their emergency training to create a safe and calm environment for the unexpected birth.
The pilots quickly alerted Air Traffic Control and requested a priority landing in Mumbai. On arrival, medical teams and an ambulance were on standby to take over.
Once the flight landed, the mother and her newborn were immediately rushed to a nearby hospital. A female airline staff member accompanied them to ensure continued support and care.
While details about the number of passengers onboard haven’t been revealed yet, the airline lauded the coordinated efforts of its crew and medical responders.
Air India Express called the event a “testament to the preparedness and compassion of our crew,” turning a routine flight into a moment to remember, for everyone on board.
Inputs from PTI
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