Co-pilot of easyJet flight from London to Lisbon faints, emergency crews called to airport
- The incident highlights the benefits of having two pilots at a time when the idea of single-pilot operations is being much discussed
An easyJet plane was met by paramedics after a pilot was taken unwell during the flight, an airline spokesperson confirmed.
The Airbus A320 was travelling from London Luton Airport to Lisbon on Saturday. There were 193 people on board, according to the report.
CNN Portugal reported that the co-pilot fainted before the plane landed safely. The report added that they were stabilised and then taken to the hospital.
“EasyJet can confirm that the flight EZY2459 from Luton to Lisbon was met by the paramedics upon landing due to a pilot member feeling unwell,” an airline spokesperson said in a statement.
“The captain landed the flight routinely in line with procedures and passengers disembarked normally,” they added. “At no point was the safety of the flight compromised.”
“The safety and welfare of passengers and crew is easyJet’s highest priority.”
