SANTIAGO- An EasyJet (U2) flight EZY3366, traveling from Tenerife (TFS) to Liverpool (LPL) was abruptly diverted to Santiago-Rosalia de Castro Airport (SCQ) in Spain when a 67-year-old woman lost consciousness mid-flight, causing a sudden medical emergency.
The crew immediately activated emergency medical procedures and landed at Santiago-Rosalia de Castro Airport in Galicia (SCQ), Spain, to ensure the passenger received urgent medical attention.
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Pilots made an immediate call for medical professionals onboard, seeking immediate assistance for the ill passenger. Air traffic controllers collaborated closely to facilitate a rapid descent and coordinate ground medical support. The primary objective centered on providing swift medical intervention for critically ill passengers.
Following the emergency landing, passengers were accommodated in local hotels, ensuring their comfort and continued travel arrangements.
Photo- FlightRadar24The woman, reportedly traveling with her husband and a friend, received immediate medical attention upon landing. The current condition of the unconscious passenger remains undisclosed. Medical professionals continue to monitor her health status, with initial emergency interventions focused on stabilization and immediate care.
Flight EZY3366 from Tenerife to Liverpool on Tuesday evening was required to divert to Santiago–Rosalia de Castro, where it was met by paramedics due to a customer onboard requiring urgent medical attention.”
An EasyJet Spokesperson
The EasyJet (U2) incident exemplifies the complex, unpredictable nature of air travel and the critical importance of rapid, coordinated emergency responses.
Photo: OE-IVU NCE | MSN 7637 A320-214 / A320 / A320-200 EASYJET EUROPE | FlickrSimilar Incidents
This incident follows another recent medical emergency involving a British tourist, highlighting the unpredictable nature of medical emergencies during travel.
A separate incident involving a cruise ship passenger airlifted to Álvaro Cunqueiro Hospital of Galicia shows the comprehensive medical response mechanisms in place.
The British tourist experienced a medical emergency aboard the Sky Princess cruise ship, located five miles off Cape Silleiro in northeast Spain.
The large vessel, which can accommodate 3,660 passengers, had recently departed from Vigo (VGO) and was en route to Funchal, Madeira (FNC). Spanish coastguard swiftly deployed a Pesca 1 helicopter to conduct an emergency rescue of the stricken passenger.
Photo: EC/EJU EasyJet Europe Airbus 320 OE-IJG | Manchester Airport… | FlickrMedical Emergencies Flight Diversions
Flight diversions for medical emergencies represent rare but critical interventions in aviation safety. Airlines maintain strict protocols enabling pilots to make immediate decisions protecting passenger health.
British carriers prioritize passenger safety, implementing comprehensive emergency response strategies.
While flight diversions can cause travel disruptions, they remain essential for passenger safety. Airlines recognize that medical emergencies supersede standard travel schedules.
Passengers may not automatically receive refunds for such necessary interventions, as they are considered critical safety measures.
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