Panic in the Air: Pilot Faints Mid-Flight

athens, greece - Easy Jet flight from Egypt to the UK makes emergency landing in Athens after pilot faints, causing panic among passengers.

Emergency Landing in Athens

An Easy Jet passenger plane traveling from Hurghada, Egypt to Manchester, UK had to make an emergency landing in Athens, Greece after one of the pilots fainted mid-flight. Passengers recall moments of panic and anxiety as the flight crew rushed to the pilot's aid.

According to reports, shortly after takeoff, the pilot collapsed, prompting the flight crew to ask if there were any passengers with medical training. Several individuals came forward to assist as the crew attended to the incapacitated pilot.

One passenger described the tense atmosphere onboard, with the realization dawning on passengers that something was amiss. The remaining pilot managed to land the aircraft smoothly, allowing medical personnel to attend to the affected pilot promptly.

Following the incident, passengers were stranded at Athens airport, forced to sleep on the floor until alternative arrangements could be made.