A disturbing incident occurred on an Air India flight from London to Mumbai, leaving several passengers and cabin crew members feeling unwell and puts Air India in crisis again. The Boeing 777 aircraft, which took off from Heathrow Airport on Monday afternoon, experienced a sudden outbreak of illness among its occupants at an altitude of approximately 35,000 feet.
Passengers and crew members reported a range of symptoms, including dizziness, difficulty breathing, and nausea. One crew member reportedly lost consciousness and fell to the ground, causing panic among those on board. However, thanks to the quick thinking and expertise of the pilot and crew, the aircraft was able to land safely at Mumbai Airport.
Upon landing, 4 aboard including 2 crew members who continued to feeling unwell were taken to medical team and later discharged and they are currently recovering well.
Air India has launched a thorough investigation into the incident, with possible causes including food poisoning, hypoxia (oxygen deficiency), or changes in cabin pressure. The airline is working to determine the exact cause of the illnesses, including verifying the food served on the flight.
The experience of passengers on the flight was undoubtedly distressing, and the incident highlights the importance of ensuring the health and safety of those on board.
As the investigation continues, authorities are on work to identify the root cause of the incident and affirmed to take necessary steps to prevent similar occurrences in the future as the safety and well-being of passengers and crew remain the top priority for Air India, they claim.
The incident on the Air India flight from London to Mumbai is a reminder that airlines must always stay alert and prepared to protect the health and safety of passengers and crew. Air India’s response and investigation will help find out what caused the illness and how to stop it from happening again.
