An easyJet flight bound for Manchester was forced into an emergency landing at Gatwick Airport this morning after a passenger needed urgent medical help mid-flight.
Passenger Medical Emergency Sparks Diversion
Flight U25521, an Airbus A319-111, was cruising over southern England when the crew declared a medical emergency. The pilot promptly rerouted the plane to Gatwick, where it safely touched down on runway 26L around 8:30 AM Sunday.
“Flight EZY5521 from Alicante to Manchester today, 25 May, was required to divert to London Gatwick due to a customer onboard requiring urgent medical attention. The passenger was met at London Gatwick by medical services.” — easyJet spokesperson
The airline stressed that passenger and crew safety is its top priority. The flight is expected to continue on to Manchester once cleared.
EasyJet Faces a String of Mid-Air Drama
This latest incident adds to a growing list of easyJet diversions due to medical emergencies:
- On March 25, a Tenerife-to-Liverpool flight diverted to Santiago-Rosalia de Castro Airport after a 67-year-old passenger was found unconscious. Sadly, resuscitation attempts failed.
- Earlier in March, another easyJet flight had to divert to Lyon following an in-flight row sparked by loud movie volume.
Gatwick Emergency Services Ready and Waiting
Though details about the passenger’s condition remain under wraps, emergency crews were on standby at Gatwick and responded immediately upon landing. Flight tracking showed the plane veered sharply north from its original Manchester route shortly after crossing the English Channel.
What Happens Next?
Authorities have yet to update the public on the passenger’s condition. EasyJet urges anyone with concerns to stay tuned for further information.
