New Delhi:
Due to Mid-air medical emergencies Air India's two international flights were diverted to airports in Norway and Finland respectively.
Chicago bound flight AI 127 on 16th September and AI 174 SFO- Delhi flight on 17th September landed in midway at Norway and Helsinki to address medical emergencies of the passengers.
After taking off from Delhi, a passenger on board AI 127 complained of giddiness however when after providing possible medical help on board situation not improved, aircraft was landed at BOD airport in Norway and the passenger was immediately rushed to hospital on arrival.
In an another medical emergency AI 174 SFO- Delhi landed at Helsinki airport, when a 2.5 year old child accompanied by parents complained of health problem during the flight.
Mr. Ashwani Lohani, CMD Air India said ‘In close to 24 hours Air India managed 2 medical emergencies effectively, giving top most priority to our passenger’s wellbeing. I would like to appreciate our crew for managing these situation who time again have demonstrated their expertise’
